Washington Code 19.108.900 – Effect of chapter on other law
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(1) This chapter displaces conflicting tort, restitutionary, and other law of this state pertaining to civil liability for misappropriation of a trade secret.
Terms Used In Washington Code 19.108.900
- Tort: A civil wrong or breach of a duty to another person, as outlined by law. A very common tort is negligent operation of a motor vehicle that results in property damage and personal injury in an automobile accident.
(2) This chapter does not affect:
(a) Contractual or other civil liability or relief that is not based upon misappropriation of a trade secret; or
(b) Criminal liability for misappropriation of a trade secret.
[ 1981 c 286 § 7.]