Index
Defend Trade Secrets Act of 2016 (DTSA)
Summary
A federal law that allows companies to sue in federal court for the misappropriation of trade secrets, providing a uniform national standard.
Rights & Rules
- 01.The right to seek an injunction to prevent the use or disclosure of trade secrets.
- 02.The right to recover damages for actual loss and unjust enrichment.
- 03.The right to seek an 'ex parte' seizure of property to prevent the propagation of the trade secret in extraordinary circumstances.
Penalties
- 01.Double damages (exemplary damages) for willful and malicious misappropriation.
- 02.Reasonable attorney's fees.
- 03.Court-ordered seizure of property used to steal the secret.
Verified Citations
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