Three Golden Rules For Restraints Of Trade

Three Golden Rules For Restraints Of Trade

How can employers make restraints of trade enforceable? The court’s decision in the 2016 case set out below suggests that there are three golden rules to follow. In Just Group Ltd v Peck [2016] VSC 614, McDonald J held that a restraint of trade clause in a senior...
Restraint of trade clauses: Advice for employers and executives

Restraint of trade clauses: Advice for employers and executives

In DP World Sydney Ltd v Guy [2016] NSWSC 1072, White J clarified a number of the principles that are used to determine whether a restraint of trade clause is enforceable. In so doing, he highlighted some important lessons for employers and executive employees. Facts...
Confidentiality Clauses: Pitfalls for Employers

Confidentiality Clauses: Pitfalls for Employers

In Europa International Pty Ltd v Child [2016] NSWSC 923, McDougall J dismissed an application by an employer for an injunction to restrain former contractors from using allegedly confidential information to aid competitors. In so doing, McDougall J provided some...
10 Golden Rules for Employers

10 Golden Rules for Employers

Starting a business is already a complicated affair. When you add employees to the mix, it can often become overwhelming for employers. Below we’ve compiled 10 golden rules for employers: Nobody starts work without a signed contract. Diarise probation expiry...