Defend Trade Secrets Act (DTSA): Federal law enacted in 2016 that provides a federal cause of action for trade secret misappropriation and establishes uniform standards for trade secret protection
Economic Espionage Act: Federal law that criminalizes trade secret theft and protects against economic espionage
Federal Rules of Evidence: Rules governing confidentiality and admissibility of evidence in federal courts, particularly relevant for enforcement of NDAs
Uniform Trade Secrets Act (UTSA): Model law adopted by most states that provides uniform standards for trade secret protection at the state level
State Contract Laws: State-specific laws governing contract formation, enforcement, and interpretation
National Labor Relations Act: Federal law protecting employees' rights, which may impact NDAs in employment contexts
Whistleblower Protection Laws: Federal and state laws that protect individuals who report violations of law, which may override NDA provisions
Contract Formation Requirements: Legal principles requiring consideration, mutual intent, and capacity for valid contract formation
Securities Laws: Federal and state regulations governing disclosure and confidentiality requirements for public companies
Privacy Laws: Federal and state laws protecting personal data and governing its confidential treatment
First Amendment Considerations: Constitutional protections for free speech that may limit the scope and enforcement of NDAs
Public Policy Exceptions: Legal doctrine that may void NDA provisions that violate public policy or restrict legally protected activities
