As a Result of Her Independent Work as a Research

Essay

As a result of her independent work as a research scientist, Zoe had confidential information concerning a new process for manufacturing light bulbs.She entered into a contract under which she promised to sell her information exclusively to Lampadina Inc, a light bulb manufacturer.Under the terms of that agreement, she was to provide the information on June 1 and Lampadina was to pay $250 000 within six weeks after that.On March 31, however, Zoe fell in love with Hans, the president of Gluhlampe Inc, another light bulb manufacturer.Two weeks later, she disclosed her confidential information to Hans.She then told Lampadina that since she could no longer provide "confidential information," their contract was at an end and she no longer owed any obligations to them.Is she correct? Explain your answer.