Recent Updates on Trade Secrets and Their Implications for Intellectual Property Law
Monday, 22 July 2024, 16:46
Key Developments in Trade Secrets
In recent years, the landscape of trade secrets has evolved, especially with key rulings from the Federal Circuit:
- Stricter Oversight: The Federal Circuit has vacated numerous large damages awards in patent cases.
- Methodological Flaws: Many of these decisions were influenced by methodological flaws leading to the overvaluation of the technologies involved.
- Impact on Businesses: This shift emphasizes the need for businesses to carefully assess the valuation of their intellectual property.
Conclusion
As companies adapt to these changes in trade secret protections, legal professionals should remain vigilant about these trends in intellectual property law.
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