Fact Pattern 2-1
Susan is an accountant who works in a company owned by Richard. Richard is concerned about the amount of taxes he will owe for the year and asks Susan to falsify his income tax return. Susan refuses. Richard fires her. Susan asks you for advice telling you that Richard is unethical and that she is certain that the law prohibits all unethical conduct.
-Refer to fact pattern 2-1. Which of the following is the theory on which Richard will most likely rely?

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Richard is most likely relying on the employment-at-will principle, which allows employers to terminate employees at any time for any reason, as long as the reason is not illegal. Failing to falsify tax returns may not be considered an illegal reason for termination.

Fact Pattern 2-1 Susan Is an Accountant Who Works in a Company Owned