Index
Intellectual PropertyUnited States

Defend Trade Secrets Act (DTSA)

Summary

A federal law that allows companies to sue in federal court for the theft (misappropriation) of trade secrets.

Rights & Rules

  • 01.
    Right to seek an injunction to prevent the use or disclosure of a trade secret.
  • 02.
    Right to recover damages for actual loss and unjust enrichment caused by trade secret theft.
  • 03.
    Immunity for whistleblowers who disclose trade secrets to the government for reporting law violations.

Penalties

  • 01.
    Ex parte seizure of property to prevent the propagation of the trade secret.
  • 02.
    Exemplary damages (up to double the amount of damages) for willful misappropriation.
  • 03.
    Attorney fees for the prevailing party.

Verified Citations

Source
""