In Fuerschbach V

question 194

Multiple Choice

In Fuerschbach v. Southwest Airlines, where Fuerschbach was "arrested" by the police as a prank at work, the appeals court held that there:

• A) could be a tort of misrepresentation as the police were not really making an arrest
• B) could be a tort of assault and battery by the workers who arranged the "arrest"
• C) could be no tort because no malice was involved
• D) could be no tort because a reasonable person would not act like Fuerschbach did
• E) none of the other choices

Acquire skills in crafting a positive tone while refusing requests or making negative announcements.

Understand the role and composition of strategic buffers in bad-news messages.

Determine the appropriate opening and closing tactics in negative announcements and refused requests.

Understand the principles of organizing messages whether using direct or indirect approaches based on the anticipated reader's response.

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Definitions:

Anticommunist Crusade

Political and social movements, especially during the Cold War, aimed at combatting and eradicating communist ideologies and influences.

Federal Government

The national government of the United States, which is responsible for areas like defense, foreign policy, and interstate commerce, distinct from state or local governments.

Loyalty Review System

A system implemented, especially during the Cold War in the United States, to assess the loyalty of government employees and others to the country.

Homosexuals

Refers to individuals who are romantically or sexually attracted to people of the same sex.