Vanessa had been a waitress at Joe's Good Eats for seven years. There had always been differences between Vanessa and Joe because they had radically different views on politics, religion, and sports, but he had always overlooked these differences because he liked her and she was a good waitress. However, one busy day with the restaurant full of customers, he began ranting about city politics. Vanessa whispered, "Please, Joe, you know I don't agree." It ended with Joe yelling, "I've had it with your radical ideas. Get out!" So Vanessa left. The employees at Joe's were not unionized. If Vanessa sues for unlawful dismissal, she will be entitled to damages equivalent to which of the following?

A) The amount that would have been paid during a reasonable notice period less any amounts received from other employment
B) The amount of pay received in one pay period (e.g., one month if paid monthly)
C) One week's pay (the statutory minimum)
D) Nothing
E) Her regular pay until she finds another job

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Zybrea Knight · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : A, Explanation :  Vanessa may be entitled to damages equivalent to the amount that would have been paid during a reasonable notice period, less any amounts received from other employment, as this reflects the compensation for not receiving a proper notice of termination.

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