Defend Trade Secrets Act (DTSA) 2016: Federal law providing uniform protection for trade secrets, including civil and criminal penalties for misappropriation, and whistleblower protections.
Economic Espionage Act: Federal law criminalizing the theft of trade secrets, particularly relevant for protecting financial information and intellectual property.
Securities Exchange Act 1934: Federal law governing securities trading and insider trading provisions, crucial for financial confidentiality in public companies.
Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act: Federal law requiring financial institutions to explain their information-sharing practices and protect sensitive data.
Sarbanes-Oxley Act 2002: Federal law establishing enhanced standards for corporate disclosure and financial reporting, including confidentiality requirements.
Uniform Trade Secrets Act: State-level legislation (adopted by most states) providing framework for trade secret protection and remedies for misappropriation.
SEC Regulations: Federal regulatory framework governing securities markets, including requirements for handling confidential financial information.
FINRA Rules: Self-regulatory organization rules governing financial services firms, including confidentiality and information protection requirements.
State Data Breach Laws: State-specific requirements for notification and handling of data breaches involving confidential information.
California Consumer Privacy Act: California-specific law providing enhanced privacy rights and consumer protection for residents, affecting financial data handling.
National Labor Relations Act: Federal law affecting how confidentiality agreements can be structured in relation to employee rights and protected activities.
