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Evidence in Case of Trade Secrets Infringement

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To successfully prove a trade secret infringement in court, viable evidence is required. The plaintiff can prove various forms of infringement: The acquisition of a trade secret through illegal means such as theft, bribery, or fraud; the defendant’s disclosure, use, or permission to use the acquired trade secret; the breach of confidentiality obligations; or the… Continue reading Evidence in Case of Trade Secrets Infringement

Burden of Proof and Damage Assessment for Trade Secrets

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In the rapidly changing innovative fields of technology, the protection of trade secrets is becoming increasingly important. Legislation in China currently offers different approaches to better protect one’s know-how.  For example, the Interpretation (III) of Several Issues Concerning the Specific Application of Law in the Handling of Criminal Cases Involving Infringements upon Intellectual Property Rights,… Continue reading Burden of Proof and Damage Assessment for Trade Secrets