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

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

An injunction is the appropriate remedy in this scenario because it can prevent Rick from working for Bill's competitor, especially given that he has learned confidential information about Bill's operation. Specific performance isn't typically applied to personal service contracts, and the other options do not directly address the breach of contract and the potential harm of disclosing confidential information.

Rick Was a Talented Computer Programmer and Had Agreed to Work