Tom long has been walking on air since the arrival of Jenn Smiley, the new inventory control analyst at The long and Short of it (L&S). Jenn has been curing favor with Tom. Tom believes Jenn is infatuated with him. Unfortunately, his interpretation of Jenn’s Behavior could not be further from the truth. When Tom invites her for the weekend to his ski chalet, Jenn rebuffs his advances. Jenn’s flirtations behavior was just a cascade. Tom is furious. His initial reaction is to fire Jenn on the spot. When he discusses the incident with co-work Mark Short, Mark suggest Tom talk this over with L&S attorney, Susan North.
1. Would Tom be justified in terminating Jenn’s employment? Why or Why not?
2. If Tom fires Jenn, what law(s) might provide the basis for a claim brought by Jenn? Why?
3. What is the significance of the concept of vicarious liability? How does this concept impact the company?