A Seed Germinates: Unjust Discharge Reform Heads toward Full Flower

I. Introduction II. Judicial Theories of Unjust Discharge ... A. Tort Theories ... 1. Discharges Contrary to "Public Policy" ... 2. "Abusive" or "Retaliatory" Discharges ... B. Contract Theories ... C. Good Faith and Fair Dealing III. The Pros and Cons of At-Will Employment IV. Legislative Proposals ... A. "Just Cause" Standard ... B. Protected Classes of Employees ... 1. Managers and Supervisors ... 2. Probationary Employees ... 3. Small Employers ... 4. Public Employees ... 5. Organized Employees ... C. Discipline Covered ... D. Adjudicators and Procedure ... E. Remedies ... F. Costs V . Conclusion