In the world of big tech, partnerships can turn into stakes rivalries overnight. Just two years after announcing a high-profile integration of ChatGPT into its operating systems, Apple has filed a bombshell federal lawsuit against OpenAI, its hardware subsidiary io...
Trade Secrets
Ford Motor Forced to Pay $82 Million in Unjust Enrichment Claim
When a multi-million-dollar jury verdict gets slashed to single digits by a trial judge, it usually marks a devastating end to a company’s legal battle. But a landmark decision from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit has completely turned the tables. In...
How Will Sensitive AI Tech Be Handled? This Case May Be a Preview
You probably know that the global semiconductor market is a hotbed of emerging technology and commercial innovation. It’s becoming a frontline for national security more and more. As artificial intelligence booms and the demand for advanced microchips skyrockets,...
Medical Trade Secret Theft Ends in Prison, $2.6M in Restitution, and Revocation of Naturalization
Trade secret cases often focus on financial damages, injunctions, or criminal penalties. However, a recent federal court decision shows that the consequences can extend far beyond the workplace. In a striking example, a judge revoked the U.S. citizenship of a married...
Another Departing Advisor Tries to Steal Clients, This Time to the Tune of a $765k Penalty
Client relationships are often the most valuable asset a business owns. In industries like financial services, those relationships are built over time through trust, data, and personalized service. We recently shared the story of a former JPMorgan Chase advisor who...
AI Trade Secrets on Trial: Former Google Engineer Convicted in Historic Espionage Case
Trade secrets are among the most valuable forms of intellectual property a company can possess. Unlike patents or copyrights, which require public disclosure, trade secrets derive their value from remaining confidential. A recent criminal conviction involving a former...
JPMorgan Chase Says Former Adviser Stole Clients Using Trade Secrets
A recent high-profile dispute between JPMorgan Chase and a former financial advisor highlights the serious legal and ethical issues surrounding trade secrets in the business world. According to public court filings, JPMorgan has accused the advisor of misappropriating...
Light & Wonder Agrees to Settle with Aristocrat on Trade Secrets Case
I first discussed this case way back in May of 2024, digging into how it highlighted one of the more esoteric types of intellectual property that receives protection. Everyone knows that things like books, movies, and music can be protected, but slot machines? The...