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Trade Secret Overview
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Trade Secret Overview
A trade secret is commonly defined as any formula, pattern, device or compilation
of information which is used in one's business, and which gives him an opportunity
to obtain an advantage over competitors who do not know or use it.
Unlike many of the other forms of intellectual property protection, trade
secrets are generally protected by state law, not federal law. Trade secret
protection is very limited. A trade secret holder is only protected from
unauthorized disclosure and use of the trade secret by others and from another
person obtaining the trade secret by some improper means.
There are two factors used to determine if subject matter qualifies as a
trade secret. These factors are:
- The extent of measures taken by the trade secret owner to guard the secrecy
of the information
- The ease or difficulty with which the information could be properly acquired
or duplicated by others
Based on these considerations, the general rule is that subject matter cannot
be successfully protected as a trade secret if it is widely distributed.
However, if adequate security precautions are taken to ensure that access
to the subject matter being distributed is treated as secret, the subject
matter may still be considered a trade secret.
Are you in need of a trade secret lawyer? If so, contact us now and receive
a free case evaluation.
Reasons you should consult with our expert trade secret Attorneys
- Our law firm has over 15 years of experience handling trade secret matters.
- Sacco & Associates offers professional, high-quality representation
in all legal matters pertaining to Intellectual Property.
Sacco & Associates focuses on protecting the rights of trade secret
holders.
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