Rick Was a Talented Computer Programmer and Had Agreed to Work

question 66

Multiple Choice

Rick was a talented computer programmer and had agreed to work for Bill in his successful computer software business, signing a one-year contract to that effect. On the day he was to start work, and after a week of training where he learned a considerable amount of confidential information about Bill's operation, he phoned Bill and announced that he was going to work for Bill's competitor instead. Which of the following is the appropriate remedy in these circumstances?

• A) Rescission
• B) Injunction
• C) Specific performance
• D) Accounting
• E) No remedy

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Definitions:

Just Cause

A legally sufficient reason for a decision or action, especially in the context of employment termination, indicating that the dismissal was fair and reasonable.

Two Months' Notice

A formal notification given two months in advance, commonly referring to employment or tenancy agreements.

Solicit Customers

The act of actively seeking out individuals or entities to purchase goods or services.

Copy Customer Lists

Refers to the act of duplicating lists of customers' information, often considered sensitive, from one business for use in another, potentially breaching confidentiality agreements.