In a Matter Involving an Alleged Wrongful Termination of Employment

question 28

Multiple Choice

In a matter involving an alleged wrongful termination of employment, why would a lawyer encourage the dismissed employee to commence an action for defamation against the employer?

• A) Higher damages and the possibility of a punitive damage award for defamation will result.
• B) Damages for intentional infliction of mental suffering are limited to the notice period.
• C) Additional damages for intentional infliction of mental suffering will result.
• D) Damages are limited to the notice period, but an award of punitive damages is possible.

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Definitions:

Group Development

The process through which a team progresses through various stages of cohesion, role establishment, and norm development to achieve effective collaboration and goal fulfillment.

Orientation

The process of introducing new employees to their job, the organization, its culture, and their coworkers to ensure they start off effectively.

Individual Differences

Variations among people in their qualities, abilities, and characteristics.

Mature Groups

Teams or groups that have developed advanced levels of communication, structures, and processes to achieve high performance.