Question

CEO was convinced by his employee, M. Ploy, that a coworker, A. Cused, had been stealing money from the company. At lunch that day in the company cafeteria, CEO discharged Cused from her employment, accused her of stealing from the company, searched through her purse over her objections, and finally forcibly escorted her to his office to await the arrival of the police, whom he had his secretary summon. Cused is indicted for embezzlement but subsequently is acquitted upon establishing her innocence. What rights, if any, does Cused have against CEO? Explain.

Answer 1

Injury or damage to the person.

Step-by-step explanation:

The CEO only suspected Caused had been stealing money. Without getting evidence to this fact he started accusing Cused of stealing. If this was heard by co-workers or customers Cused could sue the CEO for slander.

The CEO searched Cused's bag without her permission. She can sue him for trespassing and violating employee's right to exclusive use and possession.

She could also charge him with battery because he forcibly escorted her to his office.

Finally Cused can sue him for unlawful imprisonment and malicious prosecution without evidence.