Stiles v. Reda

Clay, Commissioner

Reversing.

In this proceeding for a declaration of rights, the Chancellor adjudged a certain provision in an employment contract void and unenforceable, apparently on the ground that it constituted an unreasonable r’estraint of trade.

Appellant Stiles owns a jewelry business in Hazard, and in connection therewith does watch repair work. On December 15, 1948, he employed appellee Reda as a student watch repairer. The written contract between the parties provided that appellant should pay appellee for his services not less than $50 per week. The contract further provided: “It is…