Cortney was employed at Brunson County Elementary School as a cook. Her supervisor routinely took extra food and other supplies home. Cortney was fired after she reported the theft to the police and local newspaper.

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The situation described falls under the "whistle-blowers" exception to the employment-at-will doctrine. Cortney was fired after reporting the theft to the authorities and the press. This action may be considered retaliation and is illegal under the "whistle-blowers" exception. Therefore, Cortney may have a cause of action for wrongful discharge. Option A and C are incorrect because they do not take into account the legal protections afforded to whistle-blowers. Option D is incorrect because an employee who has been fired for whistle-blowing may have legal recourse.

Cortney Was Employed at Brunson County Elementary School as a Cook