Employment Relationships and At Will Employment

Employment Relationships and At Will Employment

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The video tutorial explains the employment relationship, comparing it to independent contractors. It highlights the legal implications and protections for employees, discusses employment contracts, and details the at-will employment doctrine. Exceptions to at-will employment, such as public policy, implied contract, and good faith, are also covered.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key difference between an employee and an independent contractor?

Employees have more control over their work.

Independent contractors are subject to more oversight.

Independent contractors have general agency authority.

Employees act on behalf of the employer.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is true about employment contracts?

They are mandatory for all employment relationships.

They outline the duties and obligations of both parties.

They only benefit the employer.

They are only applicable in Montana.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the public policy exception in at-will employment?

It prevents firing if it violates public policy.

It applies only to independent contractors.

It allows employees to leave for any reason.

It requires a written contract for termination.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the implied contract exception entail?

It applies only to federal employees.

Contracts must be written and signed.

Employers must follow procedures outlined in handbooks.

Employees can be fired without any reason.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the covenant of good faith exception?

It allows employers to fire employees for any reason.

It requires employers to act in good faith when firing.

It mandates a written contract for all employees.

It applies only in Montana.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which state does not follow the at-will employment doctrine?

Florida

Montana

California

Texas

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do states differ in their application of at-will employment?

All states have the same rules.

All states require written contracts.

Some states recognize exceptions like public policy.

No states recognize any exceptions.