Information is the most valuable asset for many businesses. Employees do not always protect business information as closely as employers may wish. In Ontario, a fiduciary employee, key executive, or anyone bound by a confidentiality agreement (including non-disclosure, non-competition, or employment contracts) can be sued for breach of confidentiality. Third parties—such as competitor companies that induce the breach or knowingly receive the confidential information—can also be held liable.
At Valiant Law LLP, we help Ontario businesses protect their proprietary data, trade secrets, client lists, pricing strategies, and other sensitive information. Businesses harmed by a breach can pursue a range of remedies through the Ontario courts, including:
- Injunctions (interim, interlocutory, or permanent) to stop further disclosure or use of the information
- Damages for proven economic loss
- Disgorgement of profits earned by the wrongdoer through misuse of the confidential information
- Delivery up or destruction of materials containing the confidential information
- Anton Piller orders (civil search orders) to preserve evidence
Our team has extensive experience enforcing confidentiality obligations across industries, from tech startups to established manufacturers. We act quickly to secure urgent relief and build strong cases for full recovery. If your business has been compromised, contact Valiant Law LLP for a confidential consultation. We serve clients throughout Ontario from our Toronto office.
