Consultant Code Misuse Options

Summary

If a consultant in Washington moved company code to a personal drive, review your agreements, document the incident, and consult an attorney for guidance. Consider conducting an internal review to assess any potential data compromise.

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I did have an offer letter which does say that consultant may not move or remove company’s property, assets, patents, code etc. Does that help answer your question? Feel free to ask more details
It sounds like you have a written agreement that prohibits the consultant from moving or removing company property, including code. This can be helpful in addressing the issue.
Here are some steps you might consider:
- Documentation: Keep all records related to the incident, including communications with the consultant.
- Consult an Attorney: Given the sensitivity and potential legal implications, it might be best to consult a local attorney who specializes in employment or intellectual property law.
- Internal Review: Conduct an internal review to assess if any sensitive information was compromised.
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It sounds like you're dealing with a potentially serious issue. Here are some steps you might consider:
- Documentation: Keep all records related to the incident, including communications with the consultant.
- Internal Review: Assess if any sensitive information was compromised.
- Consult an Attorney: Given the sensitivity, consider consulting an attorney specializing in employment or intellectual property law.
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