Trade Secret Trends To Watch In 2026

Jeffrey Farrow was quoted in Law360’s article, “Trade Secret Trends to Watch in 2026,” sharing perspective on the far-reaching implications of blockbuster trade secret verdicts and how appellate courts, including the Virginia Supreme Court, may shape future damages standards nationwide. Jeff also weighed in on the evolving scope of the Defend Trade Secrets Act, noting that while courts have increasingly accepted its extraterritorial reach for damages, significant uncertainty remains around the breadth of injunctions tied to future sales. This is an important read for companies navigating high-stakes trade secret disputes in an increasingly global marketplace.