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Trade Secrets Non-Disclosure Agreement Startups

A Trade Secret is any information, not generally known or easily ascertainable, by which an enterprise develops an economic advantage over competitors or customers. In order to maintain trade secrets'... more +
A Trade Secret is any information, not generally known or easily ascertainable, by which an enterprise develops an economic advantage over competitors or customers. In order to maintain trade secrets' protected legal status, enterprises must make reasonable efforts to keep the information secret and prevent unnecessary disclosure.  Trade Secrets may include processes, formulas, methods, designs, patterns, et cetera.   less -
Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton LLP

What are IP Assignment Agreements?

For the high-growth startups we represent (and into which our venture capital clients invest), intellectual property (IP) is typically the core asset driving the company’s value. Ensuring that the company’s IP is properly...more

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Commercializing Your Startup's Big Secret Without Losing Its Value (Part 2)

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In our first post, we discussed the scope of trade secret protection, as well as how a trade secret is established and enforced. In this second post, we discuss trade secret “hygiene” – that is, best practices for maintaining...more

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JFTC and METI Proposes Guidelines for Business Collaboration with Startups and Investment in Startups

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On December 23, 2021, the Japan Fair Trade Commission ("JFTC") and Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry ("METI") proposed a draft of Guidelines for Business Collaboration with Startups and Investment in Startups...more

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4 Types of IP Your Startup Must Protect

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Intellectual Property (IP) is often an early stage venture’s most valuable asset. But who really “owns” the IP a startup uses? In many cases the answer isn’t clear, and problems frequently aren’t identified until an investor...more

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7 Things Startups Should Know About Intellectual Property Law

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Make sure you own what you think you own....more

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7 Mistakes Every Startup Should Avoid To Protect IP

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Startups are justifiably focused on developing the next big idea, getting that idea to market and ensuring the company has enough financial runway to make it all happen. Missteps in protecting the startup’s intellectual...more

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