Mr Jones Was Employed by Barker Sock Company as a Sewing

question 20

Multiple Choice

Mr. Jones was employed by Barker Sock Company as a sewing machine repairman in Plant #5. He, along with the other 700 employees, was informed that the plant had been permanently closed by a written notice on the door when he arrived at work.

• A) Mr. Jones' only recourse is to file for unemployment benefits.
• B) Mr. Jones has no recourse because he was an employee-at-will.
• C) Mr. Jones may be eligible to receive his salary and benefits for the next 60 days.
• D) None of the choices are correct.

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