Question

A famous jazz pianist and a nightclub owner executed a contract that called for the pianist to perform at the nightclub five times per week for six months. The contract prohibited the pianist from giving public performances during the contract period at any other venue located within a specified distance of the nightclub. Three months into the contract term, the pianist received a more lucrative offer to play a series of shows at a restaurant located within the contractually prohibited area. The pianist accepted the offer. Upon learning about this arrangement, the nightclub owner filed a suit seeking an injunction to prevent the pianist from performing at the restaurant. The nightclub owner has made no attempt to hire another performer to replace the pianist. The judge determines that the contract restriction on the pianist is reasonable. Is the judge likely to grant the injunction

Answer 1

Answer:

Famous Jazz Pianist and a Nightclub Owner

The judge is likely to grant the injunction to prevent the pianist from performing at the restaurant.

Explanation:

This opinion is based on the determination already reached by the judge that the contract restriction on the pianist is reasonable.  The contract is valid with clear terms legally agreed to by the pianist and the nightclub owner.  The pianist is expected to abide by the terms of the contract, which do not impose a total restriction on his trade.