Does Monique Have a Valid Claim for Wrongful Discharge Under

question 54

Multiple Choice

Does Monique have a valid claim for wrongful discharge under the public policy exception?

• A)Yes,she can claim that she was wrongfully terminated because of her jury duty.
• B)Yes,she can claim that she was wrongfully terminated for whistle-blowing.
• C)No,although most states recognize a public policy exception that would permit employees to sue for wrongful discharge,there was no public policy violation.
• D)No,although most states recognize a public policy exception that would permit employees to sue for wrongful discharge,jury duty is not a protected activity.
• E)No,states do not recognize a public policy exception that would permit employees to sue for wrongful discharge.

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