24 Questions
What is the key feature of Employment-at-Will?
Flexibility in terminating employment
Which of the following is an exception to the Employment-at-Will default?
Illegal termination due to discrimination
What distinguishes unionized employees from other employment arrangements?
Involvement in collective bargaining through labor unions
Which of the following is a typical role of labor unions in representing employees?
Negotiating employment contracts with employers
Why might employees in an at-will arrangement have limited job security?
As termination can occur without warning
What feature applies to all three common types of employment arrangements mentioned in the text?
Flexibility in termination
What is the main purpose of the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA)?
To ensure safe working conditions for employees
Which Act mandates equal pay for jobs requiring equal skill, effort, and responsibility?
Equal Pay Act
What does the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) provide eligible employees with?
Job protection during family or medical situations
Which Act mandates contributions from employers and employees to fund the U.S. Social Security system?
Social Security Act
What is the purpose of the Unemployment Compensation program?
Provide financial assistance to workers who lose their jobs
Which Act regulates the collection, use, and dissemination of personal information by federal agencies?
Federal Privacy Act
What does the Employee Polygraph Protection Act prohibit most private employers from using?
Lie detector tests
Which program ensures that employees injured or ill due to work-related activities receive compensation and medical care?
Workers Compensation
What is a key feature of employee contracts?
Specifying terms such as compensation and benefits
In which circumstances can an employer be estopped from terminating an employee under promissory estoppel?
If the employer made specific promises to the employee
What is the purpose of the public policy tort in employment?
To prevent employers from engaging in illegal activities
How can employees challenge an employer's termination based on public policy violations?
By reporting employer wrongdoing
What does promissory estoppel prevent a party from doing?
Breaking a promise or making a false representation
Which of the following is a benefit of employee contracts for both parties?
Allowing for customization of terms
When can an employee claim promissory estoppel in employment?
When they rely on specific promises made by the employer
What do employee contracts provide for both parties?
Customization of terms based on needs
What could be the consequence if an employer terminates an employee for refusing to engage in illegal activities?
The employee may have a legal claim against the employer
In what situations can an employer not terminate an employee under public policy tort?
For violating well-established public policy considerations
Learn about different types of employment arrangements such as Employment-at-Will, Unionized Employees, and Employees with Employee Contracts. Explore the key features and differences between these agreements.
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