Executive Update

The Worst-Kept Secret: Trade Secret Protection (or Lack Thereof) Under Current Laws

Posted February 28, 2007 | Leadership | Leadership |

All businesses possess information in their computer networks and systems that they would rather not share with third parties. These include customer lists, marketing strategies, sales results, product development plans, and a host of other information that could harm a business by giving its competitors a competitive advantage. Businesses label this information with a variety of titles, such as "confidential," "privileged," or "secret," but is calling it a secret enough to protect it as a matter of law?

About The Author
Daniel Langin
Daniel J. Langin is the Principal of Langin Law Firm, LLC. Mr. Langin has over 26 years' experience in private and corporate practice, including 21 years' experience in technology law. He is a former member of the Aspen Institute's Internet Policy Project and has served as general counsel for two technology companies. Mr. Langin is a frequent advisor, speaker, and writer on the issues of technology law and policy in the US, Canada, Europe, and… Read More
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