Greig v. Wackett-Evans [1963] JJ 265 (07 June 1963)

In the circumstances of a highly specialized employment of unlimited duration, involving international relocation and a relationship of friends, a reasonable notice period is one year.

Citation: [1963] JJ 265
Parties: Plaintiff: Greig; Defendant: Wackett-Evans
Jurisdiction: Jersey
Judgment Date: 07 June 1963
Procedural Posture: Civil / Judgment
Outcome: judgment for plaintiff
Legal Topics: Termination of Employment, Notice Period, Reasonable Notice

Employment Law Termination of Employment Notice Period Reasonable Notice

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Parties

Greig

Plaintiff

Wackett-Evans

Defendant

Procedural Posture

Civil / Judgment

Legal Issues

1 What is the reasonable notice period for termination of a highly specialized employment contract of unlimited duration involving international relocation and personal friendship, where no notice period is stated?

Ratio Decidendi

In the circumstances of a highly specialized employment of unlimited duration, involving international relocation and a relationship of friends, a reasonable notice period is one year.

Court Disposition

judgment for plaintiff

Orders

Defendant to provide one year notice period or compensation in lieu thereof