The exception to the termination at will doctrine that would protect an employee from dismissal because he or she refused to break the law is called the ________ exception.

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The public policy exception to the termination at will doctrine protects an employee from dismissal if he or she refuses to break the law or if the termination goes against an established public policy. This exception is based on the principle that certain actions, such as reporting illegal activities or refusing to engage in illegal behavior, are in the public interest and should not result in termination. The other choices, covenant of good faith, implied contract, and whistle blower, do not specifically address an employee's refusal to break the law.

The Exception to the Termination at Will Doctrine That Would