Patent Infringement Question — former employee took trade secrets

I'm dealing with a situation and need some guidance.

former employee took trade secrets. I've been dealing with this for about 11 months now and the situation isn't improving.

This involves software/code I developed over the past 18 months. I do have documentation proving my ownership and timeline.

What are the risks if I pursue this? What's the likely timeline?

I've seen this play out several times in my field.

What worked for me was having everything documented. It took 3-6 months but was worth it.

NAL, but from what I've read, you should check your state's specific laws. That said, definitely get a lawyer to look at the specifics.

Have you tried reaching out to your state's attorney general? They sometimes have free resources or mediation services.

I practice in this area. Here's my take on the legal issues.

There are several legal theories that could apply here. The strongest is probably the DMCA safe harbor provisions, which requires showing compliant with notice requirements.

You should consult with a local attorney who handles these cases. Many offer free initial consultations.