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Author:Krueger, A. B.
Title:The evolution unjust-dismissal legislation in the United States
Journal:Industrial and Labor Relations Review
1991 : JUL, VOL. 44:4, p. 644-660
Index terms:DISMISSAL
LEGISLATION
USA
RIGHTS ISSUES
CASE STUDIES
Language:eng
Abstract:In the past decade, many state courts have ruled in favor of employees alleging they were improperly dismissed. An evolutionary theory of unjust-dismissal legislation is advanced in which employer groups, responding to the threat of large and variable damage awards imposed by the judicial system, eventually support unjust-dismissal legislation. It is expected that this results in a clear definition of property rights, reduction of uncertainty, and limitation of employer liability. Based on evidence from a case of legislation and an empirical analysis of proposed legislation in a panel of states, several conclusions are drawn. A number of new proposals are presented which may be relevant in a variety of contexts.
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