One method used by business competitors to steal trade secrets is by digging through your trash or rubbish bin.
Is this allowed under the law? What can you do about such dirty tricks?
One possible response is to report to the police and claim that it is theft under the Penal Code. However, since a dishonest intention is required, it is unlikely that the police will take action. Of course, if you wish, your lawyer can help you start a private prosecution for theft.
A civil lawsuit agaisnt the rubbish takes is also possible in order to recover damages and perhaps obtain an injunction against the use of any information obtained.
An interesting case which did not come to a firm conclusion about the legal effect of what is sometimes called dumpster diving is
Obegi Melissa and Others v Vestwin Trading Pte Ltd and Another
[2008] SGCA 4.
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