The article examines the existing void in trade secret law in the internet industry in the U.S. It mentions that there is no legislative mechanism by which the trade secret owner can request that the information be taken down from the internet when it is already posted. It also notes that trade secret owners also hesitate to file suits because they fear that such lawsuits will incite even-greater discussion or even disclosure of their trade secrets online. Moreover, it provides relevant background about the law concerning trade secrets on the internet and introduces components of the proposed trade secret takedown legislation.

Citation
Elizabeth A. Rowe, Proposing A Mechanism for Removing Trade Secrets from the Internet, 12 Journal of Internet Law, 3–12 (2008).