At-Will Employment

TDM At-Will Employment: Understanding the Rights of Workers & Employers with Shane Patrick Irvine🎓

Course Overview:

Dive into the complexities and controversies surrounding at-will employment in the United States. This course offers a comprehensive exploration of the legal framework, historical context, and economic implications of this employment model. Learn how at-will employment affects both employers and employees, and understand the exceptions and changes that have shaped its application over time.

What You'll Learn:

• Historical Context: Discover the origins of at-will employment during the late 19th century and its endorsement by the U.S. Supreme Court during the Lochner era.
• Legal Framework: Gain insights into the legal underpinnings of at-will employment, including how it intersects with modern labor laws and the rights of both parties within this system.
• Economic Analysis: Analyze the macroeconomic effects of at-will employment on job creation, worker turnover, and market efficiency.
• Exceptions & Modifications: Explore the significant exceptions to at-will employment and how some states have altered the default rule, especially in unionized workplaces and public sector jobs.
• Contemporary Debates: Engage with current debates on the fairness and efficiency of at-will employment, considering diverse perspectives from law and economics.

Course Structure:

1. Introduction to At-Will Employment

   • Historical development of the at-will doctrine
   • The Lochner era and its influence on labor laws

2. Legal Aspects of At-Will Employment

   • The legal basis for at-will employment under common law
   • Balancing power dynamics between employers and employees
   • Statutory rights and protections, such as anti-discrimination laws

3. Economic Perspectives on At-Will Employment

   • Analysis of the economic rationale behind at-will employment
   • The impact on job market dynamics and turnover rates

4. Modifications & Exceptions to the Rule

   • How various states have modified the at-will doctrine
   • Case studies of unionized workplaces and public sector employment

5. Controversies & Current Debates

   • Examining the ethical implications of at-will employment
   • The future of labor law in an evolving economic landscape

Additional Resources:

Expand your knowledge with the following textbooks available online at Barnes and Noble:

• "The Executive Juris Doctor" by Shane Patrick Irvine ISBN 978-8-891-45669-3
• "The Bootstrapped Entrepreneur" by Shane Patrick Irvine ISBN 978-8-892-17209-7
• "The Sales Management Team Textbook" by Shane Patrick Irvine ISBN 978-8-891-45086-8
• "The Perfect Business Plan" by Shane Patrick Irvine ISBN 978-8-892-17201-1
• "Business Law for the Nascent Entrepreneur" by Shane Patrick Irvine ISBN 978-8-892-17208-0

Enroll in this course today to gain a deeper understanding of at-will employment and its implications for the future of work. 🚀