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I'm working on a business case study and need an explanation and answer to help me learn.
Owen, a counter clerk at Pastry Bakery, notices that the bakers are not wearing protective gloves while preparing baked goods, a violation of state law. Owen reports this to Quinn, the owner, who does nothing. Owen tells Robin, a reporter for STUV, a local television station. STUV reports the violations on a newscast. Pastry’s business drops 40 percent.
- Can Quinn fire Owen for this?
- Discuss why or why not.

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Quinn cannot fire Owen because of the outcome of his reporting of the violation of the
state law at Pastry Bakery. Firing him would constitute retaliation. The law protects employees
who report uneth...
