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The Delaware Supreme Court recently clarified that forfeiture-for-competition clauses under the Employee Choice Doctrine may be enforceable against a broader range of employees, including middle managers, not just senior-level executives or more highly compensated employees. These clauses require employees to forfeit certain benefits—such as stock options or severance pay—if they leave their employer and subsequently work for a competitor. Unlike

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We are pleased to share the release of the Lexology Panoramic: Trade Secrets – USA In-Year Update, a go-to resource for navigating the evolving landscape of trade secret law in the United States.

This guide provides in-depth insights into:

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  • Continue Reading Seyfarth’s Kate Perrelli and Dallin Wilson Contribute to the Lexology Panoramic: Trade Secrets – USA In-Year Update

    In 2024, Seyfarth’s Trade Secrets, Computer Fraud & Non-Compete practice group presented a series of dynamic and insightful CLE webinars, addressing pivotal challenges confronting businesses head-on. The breadth of our discussions encompassed a spectrum of critical topics:

    1. 2024 Trade Secrets & Non-Competes Year in Review
    2. Navigating the Intersection of Non-Compete Agreements and Employee Mobility
    3. Employee Training Programs: Building a Culture of Confidentiality
    4. Navigating Legal Minefields: Insights from Seyfarth’s 2024 Commercial Litigation Outlook
    5. Deciphering the FTC’s Non-Compete Ban: Navigating the New Regulatory Terrain and Adequately Protecting Employers’ Interests
    6. Data Protection and Cybersecurity: Safeguarding Trade Secrets in the Digital Age
    7. Unveiling Trade Secrets Breaches: Leveraging Forensic Exams for Robust IP Protection
    8. Enforcement Strategies Beyond Litigation: Leveraging Alternative Dispute Resolution
    9. Trade Secrets Audits: Assessing and Strengthening Your Company’s IP Protection
    10. What Employers Need to Know Regarding Non-Compete Changes in 2024

    To conclude our impactful 2024 webinar series, we’ve carefully compiled key takeaways from each session. If you missed any sessions, recordings are available on our blog or through the provided links. We’re excited to share that Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credit is attainable by watching the webinar recordings. For CLE credit inquiries, please email cle@seyfarth.com after viewing the webinar.Continue Reading 2024 Trade Secrets Webinar Series Recap: Key Takeaways and Access to Recordings

    We’re thrilled to release the updated 50-State Non-Compete Desktop Reference—a trusted resource for navigating the complexities of non-compete and trade secrets law across the United States.

    Highlights of the 2024-2025 Edition

    The updated 50-State Non-Compete Desktop Reference provides a detailed, state-by-state analysis of the evolving legal landscape governing non-competes, non-solicitation agreements, and trade secret protections.

    This edition answers key questions

    Continue Reading Now Available! Seyfarth’s 2024-2025 50-State Non-Compete Desktop Reference—Your Must-Have Guide

    We’re proud to share that Seyfarth has been named “Highly Recommended” in World Intellectual Property Review’s inaugural 2024 USA Trade Secrets Rankings. This guide highlights the top law firms and lawyers leading the way in trade secrets law across the United States.

    This recognition reflects the hard work and dedication of our team as we help businesses protect

    Continue Reading Seyfarth Recognized in WIPR’s 2024 USA Trade Secrets Rankings

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    Join us for the final installment of Seyfarth’s 2024 Trade Secrets Webinar Series, where our panel will provide practical guidance on navigating non-compete agreements, safeguarding trade secrets

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    Seyfarth is proud to serve as a Silver Sponsor of the Trade Secrets Symposium 2024: Navigating the Law of Trade Secrets and Restrictive Covenants, presented by the New York City Bar Association. This two-day virtual event will take place on Monday, December 9, and Tuesday, December 10, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:25 p.m. (ET).

    The Symposium offers a

    Continue Reading Seyfarth Sponsors and Shares Insights at Trade Secrets Symposium 2024

    We are honored to be named “Highly Recommended” in World Intellectual Property Review’s inaugural 2024 Global Trade Secrets Rankings, which spotlight top firms and practitioners worldwide.

    These accolades highlight Seyfarth’s continued excellence in protecting clients’ valuable intellectual property on a global scale. For the full list and individual accolades, click here.

    Continue Reading Seyfarth Recognized in WIPR’s 2024 Global Trade Secrets Rankings

    Just over a month ago, employers throughout the United States breathed a sigh of relief after Judge Ada Brown in the Northern District of Texas issued a summary judgment ruling in the Ryan v. FTC litigation setting aside the FTC’s rule banning the vast majority of non-competes (the “Rule”). In that decision, Judge Brown reasoned—just as she had in her

    Continue Reading The Saga’s Not Over – FTC Appeals Florida Court’s Stay of Non-Compete Rule

    Once again surprising the country by acting ten days before her own self-appointed deadline, a federal judge in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas issued a ruling on August 20 in the Ryan v. FTC case setting aside the FTC Rule banning non-competes, and held (quoting Fifth Circuit precedent) that the ruling had “nationwide effect”

    Continue Reading Federal Texas Court Sets Aside with “Nationwide Effect” the FTC Rule Banning Non-Competes