California court dismisses part of Joby's trade‑secret suit against Archer Aviation
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- A U.S. District Court in Northern California dismissed several of Joby Aero's trade‑secret and contract claims against Archer Aviation on September 29, 2026. The ruling trimmed the scope of Joby's lawsuit that was filed in 2025.
- Joby alleged that a former employee transferred dozens of confidential files to a personal email account after leaving the company to join Archer, prompting a forensic investigation. The suit sought monetary damages and an injunction to stop Archer from using the alleged trade secrets, though the amount was not disclosed.
Why it matters
The partial dismissal narrows the legal exposure for Archer Aviation while leaving some claims unresolved, potentially affecting future litigation strategies in the e‑VTOL sector.
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