Non-compete clauses and similar arrangements This diploma thesis is concerned with contractual arrangements between the employee and the employer restricting the employee from a certain action after the termination of his employment with the employer. The aim of this thesis is to provide a comprehensive overview of non-compete clauses and similar arrangements in labour law, to define their shortcomings and to evaluate the current legal framework and the future applicability of such arrangements in the Czech labour law. The thesis mainly describes the institute of restrictive covenants, consisting of non-compete clauses, non-disclosure agreements and non-solicitation clauses, for which it often uses foreign legislation as sources of inspiration. In order to fulfil these goals, the thesis is divided into three chapters, which are subsequently divided into subchapters. The first chapter is devoted to the history and development of non-compete clauses in the Czech Republic. The subchapters are divided chronologically, with the essential part being devoted to the period from the establishment of the independent Czech Republic to the date of effectiveness of the current Labour Code. The regulation of the non-compete clause reflected in the Labour Code is examined in the second chapter of the diploma...

Racially restrictive housing covenants, their diffusion, and the motivations of those who created them in the northern cities of America in the early 20th century are thoroughly covered within the discipline of political science. Despite the existing literature about racially restrictive covenants, there is very little existing literature or research that covers outcomes (education, political participation, power distribution, income disparities, etc.) in relation to racially restrictive covenants. This thesis investigates how the legacy of racially restrictive housing covenants impacted modern educational outcomes, specifically graduation rates, in the city of Chicago. The methodological approach includes both qualitative and quantitative analysis of historical maps, population demographic distribution, court cases, housing policy, and high-school graduation rates (from 1999–2014). Based on historical background and data analysis, the racially restrictive housing covenants in the city of Chicago led to pervasive patterns of neighborhood segregation that contribute to the racialization of educational outcomes. These findings help to provide quantitative evidence that the legacy and impact of racially restrictive housing covenant policy still impact modern living conditions and outcomes in education and possibly beyond.

This thesis examines the legal regulation of the competitive behavior of employees with the emphasis on non-competition clause. This thesis aims to critically evaluate the status of the current legislation regarding the non-compete clauses and suggest what changes should be made in order to the non-compete clause would be used effectively and fulfill its purpose. The thesis analyzes in detail the historical development of non-competition clauses in the Czech republic and further explores this institute in the light of current legislation, case law and expert opinions. It also compares the legislation of this clause in four foreing countries - France, Great Britain, Germany and Slovakia. Finally, this thesis shows how non-comptete clauses are used in practice and if employers believe in their effectiveness as a tool for the protection of know-how.