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1. A delicatessen was famous for its bagels. The owner's father had handed down the recipe to her. A part-time employee stumbled upon the recipe in the course of his duties. A week later, he was fired for in hospitality. He found employment with a bakery and gave the recipe to his new employer.

Does the owner of the deli have a cause of action against the former employee?

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2.Pursuant to a verbal contract, Pamela was hired as a lifeguard for the outdoor pool at the Midnight Sun Resort and Spa in the Northwest Territories. When she arrived for work on the Tuesday after Labour Day, her supervisor told her, "What are you doing here? I don't need you anymore." Pamela sued for two weeks' notice.

Does she have a case?

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