Dyson Technology Ltd v Strutt [2005] EWHC 2814 (Ch)

Post-Termination Restrictions: A year in the garden

Gary Freer considers a recent High Court ruling on whether a 12-month garden leave clause was reasonable ‘The employer needs a reasonable period in which to establish a relationship between the new investment manager and the clients. Some factors, such as personal chemistry, are immediate. However others, such as demonstrating integrity, reliability and good performance, …

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Restrictive Covenants: Dos and don’ts to protect an employer’s interests

Jonathan Fenn and Clare Fletcher explore the importance of tailoring restrictive covenants to ensure employers maximise their chances of safeguarding confidential information and preventing competitive activities ‘The best covenants are tailor-made to the individual circumstances of both employer and employee.’ Employees gain an in-depth knowledge of their employer’s business, including key customers, suppliers, technology, trade …

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