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Intellectual PropertyUnited States

Defend Trade Secrets Act (DTSA)

Summary

Creates a federal cause of action for trade secret misappropriation, allowing companies to sue in federal court.

Rights & Rules

  • 01.
    Right to protect confidential business information
  • 02.
    Right to sue for theft of trade secrets used in interstate commerce
  • 03.
    Right to seek civil seizure of property to prevent dissemination

Penalties

  • 01.
    Award of damages for actual loss
  • 02.
    Damages for unjust enrichment
  • 03.
    Exemplary damages (up to double the amount of damages) for willful misappropriation
  • 04.
    Attorney's fees

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