What Is a Whistleblower

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Multiple Choice

What is a whistleblower?

• A)an employee who thwarts an attempt by fellow employees to form a union
• B)an employee who crosses the picket line to return to work
• C)an employee who discloses illegal behavior on the part of his or her employer
• D)an employee who secretly gives information to his or her employer about union activity

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Definitions:

Holder in Due Course

A party that has acquired a negotiable instrument in good faith and for value, and thus has certain protections against defenses and claims that could be asserted against the original payee.

Negotiable Instrument

A written document guaranteeing the payment of a specific amount of money, either on demand or at a set time, with the payer named on the document.

Bill of Lading

A legal document issued by a carrier to a shipper, detailing the type, quantity, and destination of the goods being carried.

Risk

The probability or threat of damage, injury, liability, loss, or any other negative occurrence, potentially caused by external or internal vulnerabilities, and that may be mitigated through preventive actions.