Apple, Prosser, and Ramacciotti trade blame over delays in trade secret lawsuit

Apple’s trade secret case against Jon Prosser and Michael Ramacciotti is becoming a procedural and reputational risk, with each side blaming the other for discovery delays while Apple seeks more documents and another deposition. For technology leaders, the case underscores how pre-release leaks can escalate into costly litigation, distract teams, and expose the need for tighter controls around prototype devices, employee access, and information governance.