People Management Magazine Publishes Emma Gross Article on Enforcing Covenants with Disappearing Messages

In today’s digital age, employers face new challenges in enforcing non-compete and non-solicitation covenants, particularly in relation to digital tools that allow messages to automatically disappear.

In her recent article, published by People Management Magazine, Employment and Data Protection Partner Emma Gross writes about how employees are reportedly using WhatsApp’s disappearing messages feature to erase evidence of unauthorized communications, raising legal concerns about covenant enforceability and how businesses can protect their interests.

Outlining the key challenges and their legal implications, Emma said: “The introduction of disappearing messaging presents a unique challenge for employers trying to enforce non-compete and non-solicitation covenants”, further adding: “By understanding the legal applicability and adopting strong strategies and amending their approach, businesses and employers can better shield their interests in an increasingly digital and technological world.”

The article offers employers proactive strategies to safeguard their interests.

Read the article in People Management Magazine here.