Trade Secret Misappropriation Claims: Under the Texas Uniform Trade Secrets Act and federal Defend Trade Secrets Act, we can pursue claims against former employees, competitors, and business partners who improperly acquire, use, or disclose trade secrets. These cases often require immediate injunctive relief to prevent ongoing harm.

Emergency Injunctive Relief: Trade secret and non-compete cases frequently require immediate court intervention to prevent irreparable harm. We seek temporary restraining orders, preliminary injunctions, and expedited discovery to protect our clients’ confidential information and enforce restrictive covenants.

Reasonableness and Enforceability Analysis: Texas law requires that restrictive covenants be reasonable in scope, geography, and duration. We analyze the enforceability of agreements and work to reform overly broad provisions while protecting legitimate business interests.

Computer Fraud and Abuse Claims: When trade secret theft involves computer systems, we pursue claims for unauthorized access to computer systems and data theft.

Damages and Remedies: Trade secret cases can support injunctive relief, actual damages, unjust enrichment, and in cases of willful misappropriation, exemplary damages and attorneys’ fees. We pursue all available remedies to ensure complete protection and compensation.

Forensic Investigation: Trade secret cases often require computer forensics, document analysis, and investigation of employee conduct. We work with forensic experts to uncover evidence of misappropriation and prove the scope of any improper disclosure or use.

Multi-Jurisdictional Issues: Trade secret and non-compete disputes often cross state lines, involving employees who move between jurisdictions or companies operating in multiple states. We handle the complex jurisdictional and choice-of-law issues that arise in these cases.

Industry-Specific Knowledge: Different industries have varying practices regarding trade secrets, competition, and employee mobility. We understand industry-specific standards and practices that affect the analysis of reasonableness and enforceability.

Our comprehensive approach balances protection of legitimate business interests with recognition that competition and employee mobility benefit the marketplace when properly balanced.