Unfair Competition and Trade Secrets

The acts of unfair competition include fraudulent and deceptive activity as well as unauthorized use of trade secrets and other forms of intellectual property. Trade secrets can entail any confidential information, be it methods of production, designs, or a list of clients, which offers an edge over competitors.

It is essential to protect such secrets due to increased cases of misappropriation and unfair competition in the current business environment. Selling and stealing trade secrets can also have adverse effects on your business especially when your competitors are eager to gain a sneak peek into your secret business formula.

These problems are not trivial, and Mijares Law Firm is capable of handling them so that your competitive advantage is protected. Our legal consultation will help you guard your business against unfair competition while preserving your business’s good reputation and strategic positioning in the market.

Contact Kristin Mijares for an appointment to gain legal insights on how to protect valuable trade secrets and other intellectual property against misappropriation and unfair competition.

Bonnie P.

3 reviews

Kristin did a great job in helping me understand a very complicated legal issue. She also advised me, beyond the scope of the issue, on business law matters in general. I would recommend her to anyone facing a confusing legal problem with their business.

How Mijares Law Firm Can Help?

At Mijares Law Firm, I understand how to safeguard your trade secrets and challenge unfair competition.

Our extensive experience and comprehensive services include:

Identifying Trade Secrets: I assist you in defining and differentiating methods, formulas, and information that are eligible for trade secrets protection.
Developing Protection Programs: I help in the formation of and adoption of sound trade secret protection strategies and management plans that are realistic and actionable.
Preventing Misappropriation: I ensure that your security policies are effectively implemented to reduce incidences of misuse or divulgence of any of your sensitive information.
Conducting Internal Audits: Our legal counselor works to identify cases of trade secret misappropriation and offers ways to end such incidences.
Drafting Agreements: I draft or review employment and consultant agreements to contain appropriate provisions against theft of trade secrets.
Responding to Misappropriation: If a trade secret is misappropriated, I undertake legal recourse measures, which may involve applying for an emergency injunction to prevent the continued violation.
Litigating Disputes: Trade secrets are protected through litigation; I fight for judgments in your favor and protect you against unjust allegations.

Our legal consultants can also assist you in navigating the EEOC mediation and settlement procedure, which is confidential and cost-effective. Our effective legal consultation will also prevent your company from incurring the cost of a trial.

Contact Mijares Law Firm Today

Do not take a risk and fail to protect your important trade secrets and other types of intellectual property. For protection against unfair competition and to ensure you monopolize your position in the market, call Mijares Law Firm.

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Dan M.

4 reviews

1 year ago

Ms. Mijares is an excellent attorney. She helped me with my work contract, addressed my issues and concerns, and did it in a timely manner. She was very thorough. I would highly recommend her.

Vernon G.

8 reviews

7 months ago

I worked with Kristin regarding two separate agreements and was very happy with the guidance and advice she gave me. Her legal advice was sound, insightful and helpful.

Bonnie P.

3 reviews

11 months ago

Joseph G

1 review

10 months ago

I've worked with Kristin on a few issues as a business owner and could not be happier with her ethics, her insight and her help.

Cindy G.

7 reviews

7 months ago

I highly recommend Kristin to anyone facing challenges at work. Her expertise, dedication, and ability to resolve my situation through a successful outcome were truly impressive. If you're dealing with legal issues in your workplace, her guidance can make a significant difference in achieving a fair and positive resolution.

Case Studies

Oil & Gas Executive

A company executive had to take several days of medical leave after his son suddenly fell ill. However, while on leave, his company suddenly fired him, claiming his work had recently been sub-par. The company’s excuse that they had not illegally infringed on his protected medical leave did not hold water, and it chose to instead offer a settlement not long after the case was filed.

Human Resources/Service Industry

A store clerk needed several weeks of medical leave after she suffered complications following a routine surgery. When she was due to return to work, her employer fired her, alleging she had failed to submit the required paperwork to ensure her medical leave was “protected.” Kristin Mijares filed suit for retaliation and wrongful termination and negotiated a substantial settlement for the clerk’s damages and emotional distress.

Business Counseling

Kristin Mijares counseled a prominent Dallas physician’s group on how to handle problem employees, complaints of discrimination or harassment, partnership disputes, terminations, or discipline. Ms. Mijares also drafted personnel handbooks, employment agreements, separation agreements and restrictive covenants. In addition, she handled the group’s employment defense negotiations and litigation and offered litigation support to in-house counsel.

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