Defend Trade Secrets Act (DTSA) 2016: Federal law that provides uniform federal protection for trade secrets, allowing companies to file civil lawsuits in federal court for trade secret misappropriation
Economic Espionage Act: Federal law that criminalizes the theft or misappropriation of trade secrets with the intent to benefit foreign powers or cause economic harm
Securities Exchange Act 1934: Federal law governing securities brokers and exchanges, including confidentiality requirements for securities transactions and client information
Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act: Federal law requiring financial institutions to explain their information-sharing practices and protect sensitive data
Uniform Trade Secrets Act: State-level legislation providing consistent state laws about trade secrets protection and remedies for misappropriation
State Broker Licensing Requirements: State-specific regulations governing broker conduct, including confidentiality obligations and professional standards
RESPA (Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act): Federal law governing real estate settlement processes, including privacy requirements for real estate transactions
SEC Regulations: Federal securities regulations including requirements for handling confidential client information and securities data
State Insurance Commission Regulations: State-specific rules governing insurance broker conduct and confidentiality requirements
CFPB Regulations: Federal regulations protecting consumers in financial transactions, including privacy and data protection requirements
Contract Law Fundamentals: Basic principles of contract law including consideration, enforceability, duration, and scope requirements for confidentiality agreements
Privacy Laws: Federal and state laws governing the collection, handling, and protection of personal and consumer information
