Trade Secrets & Patents Flashcards
0
Q
If it is a trade secret, The information is not available:
A
In public sources
1
Q
If it is a trade secret, the information is identifiable by:
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Group or type
2
Q
If it is a trade secret, it may only be disclosed to:
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Persons with a duty to protect it
3
Q
If it is a trade secret, the owner must be able to prove positive action taken to:
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Protect the information from disclosure
4
Q
How does the owner of the trade secrets protect the trade secret from an employee that knows it?
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Through the fiduciary status of the employee, or a written agreement
5
Q
What is the most serious internal threats to trade secrets?
A
The employee
6
Q
Which is more novel, a trade secret or a patent?
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A patent
7
Q
When does the exclusive right to patent protection expire?
A
After 20 years
