Andrew works for the Department of Health and Human Services in the accounting department.David,the head of the department,storms into Andrew's office demanding to search the files and all records of payments made by the department to BT Holland Construction Corp.Andrew attempts to leave the office during the search,but David blocks the way and asks him to stay until the review of all the files is complete.Which of the following statements is most likely to be true in this scenario?

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In this scenario, Andrew has a claim for false imprisonment as he was detained. When an employee is detained during a search, the employee may have a claim for false imprisonment, which is defined as a total restraint on freedom to move against the employee's will, such as keeping an employee in one area of an office.

Andrew Works for the Department of Health and Human Services