John's conditional job offer has been rescinded by the Grace Hospital.His prior employer referred Grace to the public records of John's criminal drug activity in that city.Is this action legal?
A)Yes, under bona fide occupational qualification.
B)Yes, under qualified privilege.
C)Yes, under reasonable accommodation.
D)No, under reasonable accommodation.
E)No, under qualified privilege.

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Qualified privilege allows employers to share truthful information about employees or former employees without fear of defamation lawsuits, provided the information is shared in good faith and with a proper purpose, such as during a reference check. In this case, Grace Hospital's action is protected under qualified privilege because the information about John's criminal drug activity was obtained through a reference check with a prior employer and pertains to his suitability for employment.

John's Conditional Job Offer Has Been Rescinded by the Grace