A preliminary injunction may be granted where it appears that the defendant threatens or is about to do an act in violation of the plaintiff's rights. Damages are always an available, if not immediate, remedy, however, where injunctive relief may not be practical.Know your client's business. This article defines preliminary injunction, details its elements and the hearing process, and includes a sample motion to download. Your application for injunctive relief must include a copy of the improper practice charge that you have separately filed with the Director of. Injunctive relief usually takes one of three forms: temporary restraining order (TRO), preliminary injunction, and permanent injunction.