Non-competition agreements can help a business protect its confidential information, trade secrets and customer relationships, and prevent unfair competition. However, whether such agreements can be enforced, and under what circumstances, vary significantly among jurisdictions. The aim of this publication is to have a dedicated resource on the enforceability of non-competition agreements, distilling the experience of numerous World Law Group ("WLG”) member firms into a single reference.We hope that this guide will be useful for those who have to deal with non-competition agreements in one of the jurisdictions covered. This guide focuses on the laws around the world as they currently stand at the date of publication. However, we cannot exclude some changes in the laws to a certain extent in this area. Please visit this page where we hope to post updates as they become available, and feel free to consult other reference sources.We wish you a good read!
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Ivón Hernández and Cristina Ortega, lawyers in Guatemala and experts in Intellectual Property, share with us this article related to the Olympic Games, the largest sporting event globally. The Olympic symbol is one of the most recognized trademarks worldwide. There are other intellectual property assets or Olympic Properties, whose use is...
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As part of World Environment Day and this year's UN slogan, we carried out a joint activity with
AMBA, an NGO to which we provide probono services.
Organización Civil Amba is a non-profit organisation that since 2016 develops several projects to
protect biodiversity in the province of Rocha. They work in the preservation of...
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On June 28, by a large majority in the House of Representatives, with 147 votes in favor and 107 against, the "Ley de Bases" was approved. This bill promotes private enterprise and the free development of industry and commerce, while limiting any unnecessary state intervention. But it only defines the main guiding principles that...
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Rwanda experiences comparatively high levels of stability and security by regional standards and has continued to protect its political stability since the 1994 genocide. The country boasts a track record of robust economic growth and a strong reputation for low corruption. ENS, member firm for South Africa, explores areas of opportunity,...
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A recent English court decision looked at whether injunctions are a suitable remedy for stopping breaches of confidentiality. The court concluded that if someone breaks a confidentiality agreement and it is hard for the wronged party to prove and receive damages, an injunction will be an appropriate solution. We examine the decision.
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Kenya boasts one of the most diversified and advanced economies in Africa, which rebounded rapidly from the COVID-19 pandemic. The country provides various tax and investment incentives to both local and foreign investors, including tax holidays, duty-free importations, and a 100% investment deduction on capital expenditures for eligible...
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While Ghana's government welcomes foreign private investment, the investment legislation prescribes local participation requirements for certain sectors to limit foreign domination in the economy. From a cultural perspective, Ghanaian people enjoy getting to know their business associates personally before beginning formal business proceedings....
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We asked our member firms around the globe to complete a short Q&A to help WLG colleagues and others learn more about them, how to successfully do business in their countries, key investment sectors, and what business opportunities are hot in the market right now. This guide was initially published in 2021. Several chapters have been updated in...
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"The use of technology certainly brings challenges to intellectual property as is the case with discussions regarding AI platform databases. On the other hand, nowadays, we have many more tools available to help us monitor online infringements, for example, which allows us to offer broader protection to our clients."
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South Africa has a well-established democracy following its transition to democracy in 1994 and is a regional leader with a highly developed economy and advanced economic infrastructure. It is rich in natural resources, with a diverse economy that spans mining, agriculture, manufacturing, and services. Member firm ENS dives into opportunities...
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France: Formality Requirements Governing the Assumption of Pre-incorporation Contracts are Abolished
In three rulings issued on November 29, 2023, the French Supreme Court reversed it case law on the requirements governing the assumption of pre-incorporation contracts.
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Turkey is politically stable and can potentially turn a predicament into an opportunity, given its strategic geographic location. The country also has a young and well-educated population, relatively inexpensive labor, and favorable exchange rates– an inviting combination for foreign investors who are looking to expand into new jurisdictions....
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Germany: Important for start-ups: Confidentiality Agreements and Material Transfer Agreements (MTAs)
A crucial step for start-ups on the road to success is ensuring that their innovations and trade secrets are adequately protected. In an increasingly competitive business world, confidentiality agreements and material transfer agreements (MTAs) have become indispensable tools.
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With record-breaking levels of Foreign Direct Investment in 2023 and supportive economic frameworks in place from the government, Malaysia is a very competitive investment destination. Member firm Shearn Delamore & Co. is ready to aid those who wish to enter their markets, having established focus committees for regulatory and anti-bribery/...
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Lane Powell, member firm for USA- Washington, has offices across the Pacific Northwest (Washington, Oregon, and Alaska) and is proud of its longstanding client relationships in Asia, which solidify its position as a gateway to and from the Pacific Rim. The Pacific Northwest has a strong technology scene comprising everything from start-ups to...
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Australia is a prosperous and stable nation, offering abundant opportunities for foreign investment across diverse industries. Australia's proximity to major markets like China, Singapore, Japan, and South Korea makes it a crucial hub for trade and investment, particularly in mining, agriculture, and finance. MinterEllison, WLG member firm for...
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Greece's geographical position as a gateway between the East and West renders the country highly attractive for investments in transport to take advantage of these increasing trade flows in an efficient and cost-effective manner. Culturally, personal relationships play a large role in Greek business culture, and verbal agreements are considered...
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MinterEllisonRuddWatts, member firm for New Zealand, calls itself future-focused.
They are proud to lead the way in the country's financial services, FinTech, and renewable energy industries in particular, and were the first New Zealand firm to explore the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) with a joint venture in 2017.
Learn more about...
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Many of us have our traditions to ring in a new year: taking down holiday decorations, making New Year’s resolutions, and organizing our homes and offices. But employers, especially in the Pacific Northwest, now have another New Year’s tradition: bracing themselves for a host of new employment laws.
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In international contract cases, an agent’s authority can sometimes be disputed. When that happens, one needs to understand which law will decide whether the agent acted with authority. Dispute Resolution partners, Gearoid Carey and Gerard Kelly review a recent Court of Appeal decision which confirm
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Guyer & Regules, member firm for Uruguay, is proud to be considered a top firm in their country, frequently entrusted for international and domestic legal, accounting, and tax matters. They discuss the high points for investors, including the country's emergence as a regional hub for the fintech sector due to the tax benefits, technological...
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Mexico has established legal, accounting, and regulatory systems consistent with international norms and has improved nine places since 2017 in the Transparency International Corruption Perception Index. Paired with its competitive labor and manufacturing costs, this makes it a favourable country for foreign investment. Learn more about the...
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Member firm for Chile, Urenda, Rencoret, Orrego y Dörr , shared valuable insights into doing business in their country— "For a long time, Chile has been an attractive destination for foreign investment despite its relatively small domestic market. The country has a solid legal system, low corruption rate, diversified economy, general respect...
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Gabriela Lima Arantes- New Co-chair of WLG Labor & Employment Group, TozziniFreire Avogados (Brazil)
"[As a new Co-chair of WLG Labor & Employment Group], I look forward to discussing artificial intelligence aspects in the workplace, investigations, ESG initiatives, gender pay gap, EOR, outsourcing and supply chain responsibilities, terminations, and non-compete among several other topics."
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Around the same time as Ed Sheeran successfully defended a copyright infringement case in the US, in a different case involving “two women, two teenage dreams and one name,” Katy Perry has lost a trade mark infringement case in Australia. In light of this, we consider the practical lessons for brand owners to consider.
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Member Firm Events
Philippines: PIArb conducts training sessions on the role of management in International Arbitration
The training sessions, which were held on February 13, 2023 at SyCipLaw Center, Makati City, were tailor-made for in-house counsel, managers, and other senior executives to give them practical advice on drafting and negotiating arbitration agreements, selecting arbitrators and external counsel, managing internal resources for arbitration...
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The Revised 2022 IRR retains the requirement that, for projects requiring a public utility franchise for its operation, the operator must be (i) a Filipino, or (ii) if a corporation, must be duly registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission and owned up to at least 60% by Filipinos; or (iii) if a consortium of local and foreign firms,...
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The Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) issued its first-ever Enforcement and Penalty Guidelines for entities that violate mitigation agreements with CFIUS or otherwise run afoul of Section 721 of the Defense Production Act of 1950 and the regulations promulgated thereunder.
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