Gordon Invented a Solution That Dissolved the Residue of Tape

question 78

Multiple Choice

Gordon invented a solution that dissolved the residue of tape that remained on walls after the removal of notices, pictures, etc. He kept his formula secret, but wasn't yet interested in marketing it, just in improving it. Gordon's only employee, Thad, who had signed a contract to work until July 1, 2011, was offered a job by Mr. Barr who would pay him twice his salary if Thad would leave Gordon right away (April) and bring Gordon's secret formula with him. Because Thad was upset by Gordon's lack of interest in marketing his product, he did copy the formula, quit, and began working for Barr, who marketed the solution. On these facts, which of the following is false?

• A) Gordon could sue Thad for breach of the employment contract.
• B) Gordon could not get an injunction to stop Barr from marketing the product because Barr didn't steal the formula.
• C) Gordon could sue Barr for inducing breach of contract.
• D) Gordon could sue Thad for breach of trade secret law.
• E) As one remedy, Gordon could ask for the accounting of profits.

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