In 41 States, an Employee May Not Legally Be Discharged

question 27

Multiple Choice

In 41 states, an employee may not legally be discharged if oral or written representations have been made to employees about job security. This is known as the _______________ to the employment-at-will doctrine.

• A) covenant-of-good faith and fair dealing exception
• B) public policy exception
• C) implied contract exception
• D) job security exception
• E) None of these

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Definitions:

Mortgagor

The owner of the property that has been mortgaged or pledged as security for a debt.

Secured Credit

A loan or credit extended where the borrower pledges some asset as collateral for the loan, providing the lender a measure of protection against the borrower's default.

Unsecured Credit

Credit that is issued and supported only by the borrower's creditworthiness, without any collateral.

Commercial Context

Refers to situations, activities, or transactions that are related to the commercial or business sector.