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

Question

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Rick's actions constitute a breach of his contract and his duty of confidentiality to Bill's company. An injunction can be sought to prevent Rick from disclosing any confidential information to Bill's competitor and to prevent him from working for the competitor for the duration of his contract. This would be the appropriate remedy in this situation.

Rick Was a Talented Computer Programmer and Had Agreed to Work