Defend Trade Secrets Act (DTSA): Federal law that provides uniform standards for trade secret protection and allows companies to pursue claims in federal court

National Labor Relations Act (NLRA): Federal law that protects employees' rights to discuss working conditions and prevents NDAs from restricting these rights

EEOC Regulations: Federal regulations that ensure NDAs cannot prevent employees from filing discrimination charges or cooperating with EEOC investigations

Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA): Federal law requiring specific provisions for employees over 40, including consideration periods and revocation rights

Whistleblower Protection Laws: Federal and state laws that protect employees' rights to report illegal activities to government agencies

SEC Whistleblower Rules: Regulations requiring explicit language stating that employees retain the right to report securities violations

State Trade Secret Laws: State-specific regulations governing the protection of trade secrets and confidential information

Uniform Trade Secrets Act: Model law adopted by many states that provides framework for trade secret protection and confidentiality obligations

#MeToo Legislation: Recent state laws limiting or prohibiting confidentiality provisions in sexual harassment and discrimination cases

State Non-Disclosure Regulations: State-specific rules governing the scope, duration, and enforceability of non-disclosure agreements

Protected Activities Clause: Required language explicitly stating employees' rights to engage in protected activities despite confidentiality obligations

Government Investigation Exception: Required provisions ensuring employees can participate in government investigations and communicate with law enforcement

Wage Discussion Rights: Legal requirement that NDAs cannot prevent employees from discussing their wages or working conditions

State Duration Limitations: State-specific restrictions on how long confidentiality obligations can remain in effect

Consideration Requirements: State laws requiring adequate consideration (something of value) in exchange for signing the NDA