Sean Was Employed by Office World as a Manager

question 18

Multiple Choice

Sean was employed by Office World as a manager. He was fired for sexually harassing his secretary. A prospective employer called for a reference and was told why Sean was terminated.

• A) Sean has a cause of action for defamation.
• B) Office World is not liable because the statement was true and was made in good faith.
• C) Sean has a cause of action for invasion of privacy.
• D) Office World is liable for public disclosure of private facts.

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