Module 17 2024

Trade Secrets

• A cause of action arises for wrongful use or disclosure • No right of action for use or disclosure based on independent development or reverse engineering

• Example: formula for Coca Cola

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Trade secrets

• A cause of action arises for wrongful use or disclosure • No right of action for use or disclosure based on independent development or reverse engineering • Example: formula for Coca Cola

• Big issue in litigation:

– What exactly is the trade secret?

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