Games Inc. induces Hoda to leave a well-paying job and move to another state for "long-term, lucrative employment in a growing business." She accepts the offer, but her position is soon eliminated due to Games' ongoing, undisclosed financial problems. Hoda brings a successful action against the employer for fraud. With respect to the employment-at-will doctrine, this is

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Hoda's case is an exception based on tort theory because it involves fraudulent inducement, which is a tortious act. Fraud is a recognized tort, and her claim is based on the employer's deceitful actions rather than a breach of contract or public policy.

Games Inc Induces Hoda to Leave a Well-Paying Job and Move