Gallagher felt it had "no option" over Aston Scott court case
Broker says that the Oval business was bought in “good faith” and accuses Peter Blanc of not honouring commitments made when that deal was agreed.
Arthur J Gallagher has issued a statement regarding the hearing yesterday (21 September 2016) which saw it initiate proceedings against Aston Scott, Peter Blanc and Duncan Rogers for alleged staff poaching.
The broking giant requested an interim injunction to stop Rogers working at Aston Scott until a trial can take place.
The broker said in a statement: "Gallagher initiated legal proceedings against Aston Scott, Peter Blanc and Duncan Rogers for breach of the restrictions put in place as part
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