Trade secrets are something that normally greatly benefit their owner, but only if they remain a secret. A trade secret can be an undisclosed recipe for a particular kind of candy manufactured at a large company or a special piece of equipment used in developing a certain product or any other information that is not well known. Trade secrets are not explicitly protected by law in and of themselves, but they are often accompanied by a patent or copyright that secures the materials. If there is concern that a trade secret has been found out or used by someone(s) else, then it is very important to consult with an experienced trade secret lawyer to help recover on damages and make sure that the trade secret information is returned.