Today (May 11, 2016), President Obama signed the Defend Trade Secrets Act ("DTSA") into law, for the first time creating a federal cause of action for trade secret misappropriation. The law has sweeping implications and is expected to have a noticeable impact on trade secret jurisprudence. In addition, the law adds new obligations for employers hoping to benefit from the DTSA's protections.
To fully understand the breadth of the DTSA and the implications that it has, please review our Client Alert, available here. Companies are encouraged to consult counsel with any questions about this new law.
President Signs Defend Trade Secrets Act Into Law
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