CVD. Inc. vs. A.S. Markham Corp. (A, B)

Authors: Roberts, Michael J.; Walton, Ennis J.
Source: Harvard Business School
Year: 1998
Company Name: CVD, Inc. and Markham Corp.
Number of pages: 26, 2

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Abstract:

Describes the legal odyssey of two engineers who left their old employer to start a company that was directly competitive. The issues include employment contracts, technology licenses, antitrust, trade secrets, and confidential information. Provides a good opportunity for students to explore the legal and ethical issues which surround the concept of intellectual property.