What should be awarded to an employee if the employer suspects trade secret disclosure?

In the context of trade secret protection, when an employer suspects that an employee has disclosed trade secrets, the most appropriate response often involves seeking a legal remedy to prevent further harm from such disclosure. Among the options provided, a temporary restraining order against disclosure serves to protect the employer's interests by immediately prohibiting the employee from sharing any sensitive information that could harm the employer's business.

A temporary restraining order is a judicial order that temporarily prohibits an individual from taking certain actions until a hearing can be held. This is especially critical in trade secret cases where time is of the essence, and immediate harm could occur from the wrongful disclosure of proprietary information.

In contrast, the other options, such as imposing a fine, issuing a warning, or covering expenses incurred during a deposition, do not effectively address the immediate risk associated with the potential disclosure of trade secrets. These alternative responses lack the legal enforceability and immediacy that a restraining order provides, making it the more suitable and effective remedy in this situation.