Trade Secrets

Trade Secret Attorney in Long Beach

In California, trade secrets are defined in Civil Code Section 3426 as "information, including a formula, pattern, compilation, program, device, method, technique, or process that: derives independent economic value, actual or potential, from not being generally known to the public or to other persons who can obtain economic value from its disclosure; and is the subject of efforts that are reasonable under the circumstances to maintain its secrecy."

Our attorneys at Zwierzchowski & Nguyen help businesses protect their trade secrets. Some of the services we provide in this area include:

• Non-compete agreements
• Non-disclosure agreements
• Confidentiality agreements
• Employment contracts
• Licensing agreements

We draft agreements like those between our clients and their employees, vendors, and suppliers. Such agreements protect critical information about our clients' operations. They also provide for damages in the event of a violation. Contact our Long Beach office for more information about our legal services in this area.

We also litigate when theft or misappropriation of a protected trade secret occurs. We have both defended and brought claims involving:

• Misappropriation
• Employee theft
• Breach of confidentiality
• Breach of non-disclosure agreements

We educate our clients about the means available to them to protect their trade secrets. Our firm strives to address the issues clients are facing today and prepare them issues that may arise tomorrow.

Contact a trade secret lawyer at the California office of Zwierzchowski & Nguyen today. We offer a free initial consultation and accept credit cards. We understand the value of your trade secrets. Let us help you protect this important business asset.