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24Feb

How long is too long? Construing non-compete restrictions in shareholders’ agreements

Non-compete restrictions for key stakeholders are common in shareholders' agreements. In Guest Services Worldwide v Shelmerdine, the Court of Appeal upheld a 12-month post-departure restriction, rejecting arguments that outgoing personnel risked...
By: White & Case LLP
Source Url: https://www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/how-long-is-too-long-construing-non-41273/

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