by JFM Team | Jan 21, 2019
The restraint of trade clause came about because many employers are worried that their employees will leave their business to work for a competitor, or start up a rival business and take their employees, clients and suppliers with them. A restraint clause is only...
by JFM Team | Apr 26, 2018
Many executive employment contracts include ‘non-compete’ clauses. These can take the form of a non-solicitation clause, which prevents you from approaching your current employer’s clients. It can also take the form of a restraint of trade clause,...
by JFM Team | Dec 11, 2017
A typical employment contract can contain items that seem harmless until you look a little closer. If you’re not careful you can quickly find yourself in hot water. Here are answers to some common questions to help you better understand what you are signing up...
by JFM Team | Mar 14, 2016
Ever since the decision of the Federal Court in Goldman Sachs JBWere Services Pty Limited v Nikolich [2007] FCFCA 120, employers have had to think very carefully about incorporating workplace policies and procedures into their employment contracts. If your policies...
