In the given case Adam is fired because he refused to drive a truck that lacked

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In the given case Adam is fired because he refused to drive a truck that lacked required inspection sticker. Driving truck without inspection sticker is illegal and may lead to many issues including huge fines and even the driver’s license may get dismissed. When an employee at will is fired for refusing to perform an illegal activity it is wrongful termination. The damages can be claimed under retaliation for failing to perform illegal activities. Under this clause the employers may not demand employees perform illegal acts. Hence Adam would be able to claim his damages by filing retaliation and a wrongful discharge claim.

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Adams worked as a delivery truck driver for Cochran. Adams refused to drive a truck that lacked a re­quired inspec­tion sticker and was subsequently fired as a result. Adams was an at-will employee, and Cochran contended that because there was no written em­ployment con­tract stating otherwise, Cochran was entitled to discharge Adams at will—that is, for cause or no cause. Adams sought to recover $7,094 in lost wages and $200,000 in damages for the “humiliation, mental anguish and emotional distress” that he had suffered as a result of being fired from his job. Under what legal doctrines, or exceptions to those doctrines, might Adams be able to re­cover damages from Cochran? Discuss and explain your reasoning.

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