Misappropriation of Trade Secrets
/ˌmɪsəˌprəʊpriˈeɪʃən ʌv treɪd ˈsiːkrəts/
Definitions
- (n.) The acquisition, disclosure, or use of a trade secret without consent in a way that violates the owner's rights.
The company sued for misappropriation of trade secrets after their proprietary formula was leaked.
Forms
- misappropriation of trade secrets
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Commentary
Commonly arises in both civil litigation and criminal prosecution; precision in defining the scope of 'trade secret' is crucial for enforcement.
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