Esalon, Inc. v. Hoffman, Barnstable Superior Court, C.A. No.: 10-00766 (Decision 7/12/2011) (Nickerson, J.)

Judgment granted to Defendant, a former employee, at will of Plaintiff corporation that operated a luxury salon and spa. Defendant’s post-employment conduct in connection with opening a competing salon business did not constitute theft of trade secrets; did not breach any contract; did not breach a duty of good faith and fair dealing or loyalty; and did not constitute conversion.

Esalon, Inc. v. Hoffman, Barnstable Superior Court, C.A. No.: 10-00766 (Decision 7/12/2011) (Nickerson, J.)