Asked by Silvia Murillo on Sep 29, 2024
Select the best definition of whistleblower:
A) A company that uses ethical analysis to discover internal wrongdoing.
B) Originated from the Latin"qui tam pro domino rege quam pro sic ipso in hoc parte sequitur"meaning "who as well for the king as for himself sues in this matter."
C) The only exception to the general rule of at-will employment
D) People who report unethical or illegal activities that are often under the control of their employers
Whistleblower
An individual who reports misconduct, alleged dishonest or illegal activity occurring in an organization.
Qui Tam
A legal provision that allows a private individual to file a lawsuit on behalf of the government against a party allegedly violating the law, often in cases of fraud against government contracts.
At-Will Employment
A employment arrangement where either the employer or the employee can terminate the relationship at any time without cause.
- Explain the deviations from at-will employment and understand the significance of whistleblowing in such circumstances.
Learning Objectives
- Explain the deviations from at-will employment and understand the significance of whistleblowing in such circumstances.
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