Clause guide
Injunctive Relief Clause clause: meaning, risks, and what to negotiate
Allows a party to seek a court order to stop certain conduct, often without waiting for damages.
What it means
This clause is commonly used for confidentiality, IP, and restrictive covenant breaches where money alone may not be enough.
Common risks
- • The other party may get fast court relief against you.
- • It can strengthen enforcement of restrictive clauses.
- • It may be drafted to benefit only one side.
What to check before signing
- • Is the clause mutual?
- • Which obligations trigger injunctive relief?
- • Does it tie into confidentiality or IP clauses?
Negotiation ideas
- • Make the clause mutual.
- • Limit it to genuine irreparable harm situations.
- • Avoid overly broad enforcement rights.
Example clause
“Each party acknowledges that a breach of confidentiality obligations may cause irreparable harm and that injunctive relief may be available in addition to other remedies.”
Frequently asked questions
What is injunctive relief?
It is a court order requiring someone to do or stop doing something.
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