Steve,the Human Resources Manager at Dusk Auto Services,is Informed That

question 18

Multiple Choice

Steve,the Human Resources Manager at Dusk Auto Services,is informed that Arthur,one of the contract-based mechanics,is HIV-positive.Upon asking,Arthur admits to it.Consequently,Arthur is terminated from his employment even though his condition did not affect the quality of his work.Which of the following holds true in this scenario?

• A) Arthur's termination creates no cause of action against Dusk Auto Services for wrongful discharge as he is an employee-at-will.
• B) Arthur's termination is not justified because Dusk Auto Services failed to conduct an HIV test before hiring him.
• C) Arthur's termination is a violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act because his HIV status did not affect his performance on the job.
• D) Arthur's termination is not a violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act because he did not willfully inform his employer as required by the Act.

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