Many companies here in California and elsewhere rely on their intellectual property to keep their edge in their chosen markets. Even when they have patents, copyrights and trademarks, they ordinarily also have trade secrets. It is vital that these companies take...
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Cybersecurity measures may be needed to protect trade secrets
On Behalf of Peterson Watts Law Group, LLP | Apr 1, 2020 | Trade Secrets
The popularity of teleworking is growing at an exponential rate right now. Lots of California residents are taking advantage of this option, but they may need access to sensitive information from their companies in order to work. This means that trade secrets could...
Trade secrets are at the center of Hershey litigation
On Behalf of Peterson Watts Law Group, LLP | Feb 13, 2020 | Trade Secrets
For businesses here in Sacramento and elsewhere to remain competitive in the market, it is often necessary to closely guard some, if not all, aspects of the business. Keeping certain information confidential helps ensure that no one else discovers it. Trade secrets...
Would trade secrets or patents provide the better protection?
On Behalf of Peterson Watts Law Group, LLP | Jan 1, 2020 | Trade Secrets
Often, a California company's intellectual property gives it the market edge needed in order to become a success. Protecting that property becomes a crucial task in order for a business to continue to thrive. The question is whether trade secrets or patents provide...
Protecting trade secrets may require going to court
On Behalf of Peterson Watts Law Group, LLP | Nov 20, 2019 | Trade Secrets
Keeping proprietary information within the company can present a challenge to Sacramento business owners. Every time an employee leaves, whether voluntarily or otherwise, steps need to be taken in order to make sure that no trade secrets leave with him or her. If an...
How can you protect trade secrets?
On Behalf of Peterson Watts Law Group, LLP | Oct 11, 2019 | Trade Secrets
As a California business owner, you likely have a trade secret or two to protect. We at , are here to give you some ways that you can keep these secrets safe from would-be thieves.First, there are physical safety measures you can take. This...
What is a trademark?
On Behalf of Peterson Watts Law Group, LLP | Jul 1, 2019 | Trade Secrets
The primary goal of your business or organization is to make your mark within your local industry in Sacramento. While such a phrase is typically used in a metaphorical context, it can often be manifest literally through your company's trademarks. While you likely...
Lawsuit involves mutual accusations of trade secret theft
On Behalf of Peterson Watts Law Group, LLP | May 27, 2019 | Trade Secrets
A highly skilled worker for a technology company leaves to start a new, competing business. The former employer sues the one-time employee, now competitor, for theft of trade secrets. It is an increasingly common scenario in California and elsewhere, one...
Why are trade secrets so valuable?
On Behalf of Peterson Watts Law Group, LLP | Apr 16, 2019 | Trade Secrets
If you own a business in California, you may have something very valuable within your organization that qualifies as a trade secret. If you do, it is essential to understand why they are so valuable. This is the only way to ensure you can protect them and keep them as...
How to protect your trade secrets from theft
On Behalf of Peterson Watts Law Group, LLP | Feb 28, 2019 | Trade Secrets
As California business owners know, protecting business assets is the same as protecting the core of the company. Assets can include everything from the product itself, to the things financially backing it. Trade secrets are one big piece of the pie.FindLaw identifies...
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