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krzymel · **on:** Jun 24, 2018

What balancing test does the court employ in determining whether an employee's act of violence justifies the employee's dismissal?

Question 2

Rodney is a star player on the Los Angeles Lakers basketball team. He has two years remaining on his four-year contract. The Wildcats, a new team in the league, try to lure Rodney away from the Lakers by offering him more money, and Rodney agrees to leave Los Angeles. The Lakers sue. The Lakers will
a. Win a case of defamation.
b. Win a case of commercial exploitation.
c. Win a case of intentional interference with a contract.
d. win a case of negligence.
e. Lose.

momo1250 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 24, 2018

Answer to Question 1

In determining whether an employee's act of violence justifies dismissal, the court balances the employee's right to engage in concerted activity, which must permit some leeway for impulsive behavior, against the employer's right to maintain order and respect.

Answer to Question 2

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