New developments concerning wrongful termination

Abstract

Outlines the doctrine of employment‐at‐will exercised by US companies and the major interpretations used to justify exceptions. Discusses the reluctance of courts to use the First Amendment in wrongful discharge cases. Introduces the Model Employment Termination Act 1991 and outlines the contents. Considers the California Senate Bill 994, Employment Practices Liability Insurance and Alternative Dispute Resolution programme. Provides general principles for employers attempting to avoid a wrongful termination suit.

Citation

Chen, H. and Kleiner, B.H. (2002), "New developments concerning wrongful termination", Managerial Law, Vol. 44 No. 1/2, pp. 55-61. https://doi.org/10.1108/03090550210770849