Bowick & Laney Win Complete Trial Victory Against AngelSword, LLC in Trade Secrets and Business Disparagement Lawsuit
On April 20, 2026, Bowick & Laney successfully secured a complete defense judgment on behalf of its client Boss Blades Forge, LLC following trial in a lawsuit brought by competitor AngelSword, LLC alleging theft of trade secrets and business disparagement.
After presentation of the evidence and argument at trial, the Court found in favor of Defendants and rejected AngelSword, LLC’s claims.
The lawsuit alleged that Defendants improperly acquired and used confidential business information and made statements allegedly harming AngelSword, LLC’s business interests. Defendants denied the allegations and maintained throughout the litigation that the claims lacked merit.
Following trial, the Court returned a final judgment in Defendants’ favor, vindicating Defendants against all asserted claims.
The case involved extensive factual disputes concerning alleged proprietary information, business communications, and competitive conduct. The defense team argued that AngelSword, LLC failed to establish the existence of protectable trade secrets, any improper acquisition or use of information, or any actionable business disparagement.