Defend Trade Secrets Act (DTSA): Federal law that provides uniform standards for trade secret protection and includes specific whistleblower immunity provisions
Economic Espionage Act: Federal law that criminalizes trade secret theft and protects against economic espionage
National Labor Relations Act (NLRA): Federal law that protects employees' rights to discuss working conditions and ensures NDAs don't interfere with protected concerted activities
Securities Exchange Act: Federal law containing whistleblower protection provisions, particularly relevant for publicly traded companies
Federal Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA): Federal law requiring specific considerations for employees over 40, including clear waivers and review periods
State Trade Secret Laws: Various state-specific laws governing trade secret protection and enforcement, which may differ from federal standards
State Non-Disclosure Requirements: State-specific regulations governing the scope, duration, and enforceability of non-disclosure agreements
State Employment Laws: State-specific regulations affecting employment relationships and post-employment obligations
State Contract Laws: State-specific requirements for contract formation, consideration, and enforcement
Reasonable Scope Requirements: Legal requirement that NDAs must have reasonable limitations in terms of scope and duration to be enforceable
Whistleblower Protection Provisions: Legal requirements to include specific language protecting employee rights to report violations to government agencies
Public Policy Exceptions: Legal exceptions that prevent enforcement of NDAs in matters of public concern or policy
Consideration Requirements: Legal requirement for adequate consideration (value exchange) to make the NDA legally binding
SEC Whistleblower Regulations: Securities and Exchange Commission rules protecting individuals' rights to report securities violations
State NDA Restrictions: Recent state-level restrictions on NDAs, particularly regarding discrimination, harassment, and other workplace misconduct
