Tecmo Files For Gag-Order Against Former Director Tomonobu Itagaki
The drama surrounding Tecmo and their once highly touted director Tomonobu Itagaki continues to grow as the split between the two sides seems to now only mark the beginning.
According to Famitsu (translation provided by Engadget Japan on behalf of Joystiq) a gag order request was filed on Jun 10th against Itagaki by none other than his former employer. As of this time, it is also being reported that a verdict has yet to be reached.
The information below has been translated from the original Famitsu post and outlines the details of the filing.
- Disclosing, destroying or leaking Tecmo’s trade secrets, especially those concerning software, development and marketing.
- Making false or misleading statements about Tecmo’s business policies and strategies, or criticizing games developed by other Tecmo employees.
- Making defamatory remarks to damage Tecmo’s reputation.
- Making public statements about Tecmo, or accepting media invitations (e.g., interviews) to discuss Tecmo while still employed (until July 1) by the company.
