MsLee Was Employed as a Secretary at Billion Trucking Company

question 29

Multiple Choice

Ms.Lee was employed as a secretary at Billion Trucking Company.She was fired from her job when she refused to perjure herself at a court trial where her employer was the defendant.She sued Billion Trucking Company for wrongful discharge.Which of the following is most likely to happen in this scenario?

• A) Ms. Lee's case will prevail if the state where the lawsuit was filed recognizes a violation of public policy.
• B) Ms. Lee's case will prevail only if she proves she was telling the truth.
• C) Ms. Lee will lose the case because the employment-at-will doctrine completely insulates the employer from liability.
• D) Ms. Lee will lose the case because her testimony provided the basis for a defamation lawsuit by her former employer.