This article examines the various ways in which employers in Mexico can protect information that is of particular value to their business, whether by incorporating restrictive covenants into the employment contract or drawing up agreements with employees regarding the use of trade secrets and confidential information. The limitations on employee monitoring in this regard are also discussed in light of Mexico's data privacy legislation.

This article is part of the Multi-jurisdictional Guide to Employment and Employee Benefits. For a full list of contents visit www.practicallaw.com/employment-mjg.