Harry Palmer was employed by Jack Carter Corp for 27 years.His position was terminated when the company's founder died and his step-daughter, Jacqui Rogers, took control of the business.Harry, however, is not willing to go quietly.He believes that he was unfairly dismissed and he has threatened to bring the matter to court.In these circumstances, which of the following statements is most likely to be TRUE?
A) Regardless of what is contained in the parties' employment contract, Harry has a legal right to receive a settlement package.
B) As a result of the Supreme Court of Canada's decision in Honda Canada, Harry is entitled to a minimum of $5000 for mental distress if he was unfairly dismissed.
C) Even if Harry committed a crime while he was working, it was unlawful for Jack Carter Corp to dismiss Harry before a court actually entered a criminal conviction.
D) Because judges recognize that everyone makes mistakes, the company could not possibly have been justified in firing Harry if it discovered that Harry had stolen from the company on a single occasion.
E) If the company offers Harry the opportunity to resume employment with Jack Carter Corp, a judge may find that Harry unreasonably failed to mitigate if he refuses the offer.
Correct Answer:
Verified
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