Trade Secret Litigation

Trade Secret Litigation

Trade secrets are among the most valuable assets a business can possess, encompassing everything from proprietary processes to client lists and software codes. As these intangible assets play a crucial role in a company’s competitive edge, safeguarding them is of utmost importance. However, protecting trade secrets can be challenging, especially when safety measures fail and confidential information is compromised. Whether you’re facing a situation involving unauthorized use by a former employee or a competitor’s unethical practices, the experienced attorneys at Saavedra-Goodwin are here to help. Our Fort Lauderdale-based team is prepared to take swift legal action to protect your business, ensuring that your trade secrets remain secure and that those responsible for their misuse are held accountable.

Fighting To Protect Your Trade Secrets

Trade secrets and other types of intellectual property are some of the most valuable assets that a business owns. From client lists and unique manufacturing processes to recipes and codes for computer programs, companies must take all available measures to safeguard these trade secrets. These measures might include requiring all employees sign non-disclosure agreements or undergo security clearances or background checks before being hired.

Because trade secrets are not concrete objects and their definition may not be entirely clear, it can be difficult to adequately protect or even identify infringement upon trade secrets. Furthermore, there is no requirement that trade secrets be registered with state or federal government agencies, like a patent or a trademark.

When safety measures fail, competitors and even dishonest current or former employees may use unethical practices to misuse secret information for their own benefit. In such cases, the future of your business, as well as the source of your family’s livelihood, is at risk. When someone compromises or steals your trade secrets occurs, you have the right to hold the persons or entities responsible for their actions in disregarding fair business practices and other legal obligations.

Fort Lauderdale Trade Secret Attorneys Are Here to Help

The attorneys of Saavedra-Goodwin stand ready to initiate litigation to protect your trade secrets and other intellectual property rights, whether it be through the enforcement of a non-compete agreement, the filing of a lawsuit prohibiting the unauthorized use of information by a former employee, or the filing of an action seeking damages for a competitor’s unethical business practices.

Likewise, if a former employer or competing company has accused you of wrongfully obtaining, using or disclosing their trade secrets, you will need aggressive, experienced counsel to assist you throughout any ensuing litigation. At Saavedra-Goodwin, we represent individuals, employees and all types of companies who may be involved in trade secret disputes or litigation.

If you believe that your trade secrets are at risk, or if you have been accused of misappropriating another’s trade secret, you should immediately consult with ’s Saavedra-Goodwin Fort Lauderdale trade secret lawyers today, or call us at (954) 767-6333.

Fort Lauderdale Attorney Damaso W. Saavedra

Damaso Saavedra

Mr. Saavedra is the managing partner of the firm, which he established in 1988. Born in Havana, Cuba, Mr. Saavedra is fluent in English and Spanish. He received his B.A. in 1979 from the University of Connecticut and his J.D. in 1986 from the George Washington National Law Center. Mr. Saavedra has served as Secretary and Director for the Inter-American Businessmen Association and co-authored “An Introduction to the Settlement of Unresolved Property Claims against the Cuban Government.” Mr. Saavedra also served as Staff Assistant for Congressman William Lehman in Washington, D.C. [ ATTORNEY BIO ]

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