Insights: Employee Restraint of Trade & Confidentiality

Under Cyprus law there is an implied duty of fidelity that is the basis for the existence of a contract of employment. An employee during the course of the employment relationship must offer his services to in a trustworthy and faithful manner. Covenants not to compete, solicit or act in a manner which is prejudicial to his or her employer’s interests for the duration of the employment may be implied even if they are not expressed on the employment agreement.