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:

Inelasticities

A measure of the sensitivity, or lack thereof, of one variable to a change in another variable, typically used in economics to describe situations where changes in price have little to no effect on supply or demand.

Tax Burden

The total amount of taxes paid by individuals or businesses relative to their income, often analyzed to assess the impact of taxation on economic behavior.

Tax

A necessary financial obligation or other form of tax exacted from a taxpayer by a state institution with the aim of covering government expenses and various public financial needs.

Higher Prices

An increase in the cost of goods or services.