Defend Trade Secrets Act (DTSA) 2016: Federal law providing nationwide protection for trade secrets and mandatory whistleblower immunity provisions that must be included in NDAs
Economic Espionage Act 1996: Federal criminal law that addresses trade secret theft and is relevant for enforcement provisions in confidentiality agreements
Electronic Communications Privacy Act: Federal law governing the protection of electronic communications and data, relevant for digital confidential information
GDPR Compliance: EU regulation that must be considered if European parties or data are involved in the confidentiality agreement
TRIPS Agreement: International treaty obligations regarding intellectual property rights that may affect confidentiality provisions
Uniform Trade Secrets Act: State-level legislation adopted by most U.S. states providing consistent trade secret protection framework
State-Specific NDA Requirements: Various state laws that may impose additional or specific requirements on confidentiality agreements
Choice of Law Provisions: Legal considerations for determining which jurisdiction's laws will govern the agreement
International Arbitration Provisions: Dispute resolution mechanisms specifically designed for international agreements
Export Control Regulations: Federal regulations controlling the export of sensitive information or technology to foreign parties
Industry-Specific Regulations: Additional regulatory requirements specific to certain industries (healthcare, financial services, etc.) affecting confidentiality obligations
