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Are Non-Compete Agreements Enforceable in New Mexico

In Non-Compete Agreements, Trade Secrets by Larry Donahue4 Comments

The quick answer is “yes,” provided they are “reasonable” and provided they do not restrict certain professions that are statutorily protected. It can be difficult for a business to gain a competitive advantage over their competition. Many successful companies rely on trade secrets to create a product or service that is better for consumers than a competitor’s, but if an …

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Trade Secrets – What intellectual property qualifies and how to protect them

In Intellectual Property, Trade Secrets by Don KochersbergerLeave a Comment

The phrase “trade secret” conjures something that might very well be at the center of a plot in the latest John Grisham novel. And while trade secrets should indeed be carefully guarded, the true definition of a trade secret is much more black and white. The term trade secret can be used generally when referencing a variety of intellectual property. …