Introduction to Trade Secrecy and International Transactions
Trade Secrecy and International Transactions, Edward Elgar Publishing (2015)
University of Florida Levin College of Law Research Paper No. 16-7
20 Pages Posted: 6 Oct 2015 Last revised: 12 Feb 2016
Date Written: August 5, 2015
Abstract
Trade secret protection has long been of critical strategic importance to business interests, and globalisation of commerce has driven an increasing need to govern the preservation of confidentiality in international business transactions. Trade Secrecy and International Transactions offers an authoritative and unparalleled resource on U.S. and international trade secret law and identifies optimal practices for securing trade secrets in varying jurisdictions. The introductory chapter explains how the book combines detailed substantive analysis with clear practical guidance on questions such as how businesses can avoid misappropriation and maintain data exclusivity when engaging in global commerce, through the utilization of alternative self-help strategies.
The introduction identifies the key features of the book, including several that make it notable and unique in the field. It presents a roadmap for understanding Trade Secrets, including requirements for, defences to, and remedies. It covers both business-to-business and employment relationships. It provides authoritative commentary on US and EU trade secrecy laws in addition to coverage of the UK, India, China, Mexico, Brazil, Canada and Japan. It also provides practical advice on overcoming the challenges businesses face when engaging in international transactions, including strategies for avoiding misappropriation.
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