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1. Select one of the scenarios listed below and explain the
Discussion Question Part 1Select one of the scenarios listed below and explain the best
solution for each. Include comments related to any ethical issues that arise. You should
locate at least one scholarly source from the SUO Library or one case that has been decided
or is currently pending to support your answer.Scenario 1 – DiscriminationThe Mad Beach
Pub is a small casual restaurant located in YOUR STATE. The business is privately owned
and currently has 4 full time employees and 15 part time employees. Mandie, a 46 year old
transgender applicant for a position as a bartender was denied the position. Mandie was
highly qualified, with many years of experience in waitressing and bartending; however,
Joy, a 25 year old college student was hired. Joy’s experience included working as a waitress
at Hooters for 1 year.Research the state laws on non-discrimination in YOUR STATE.Using
federal law and YOUR STATE law, discuss the probable outcome of a discrimination lawsuit
based on transgender.Using federal law and YOUR STATE law, discuss the probable
outcome of a lawsuit based on age discriminationScenario 2 – AgentsDennis and Donna
Smith owned a 10-acre tract of land that they decided to sell. The couple entered into a
listing agreement with Kelly McLaughlin, a licensed real estate broker. The agreement gave
Kelly the exclusive right to sell the property for a period of 6 months. The Smiths agreed to
pay Kelly a 6% commission of the selling price if a buyer was found during the listing
period. Four months later, the Smiths sent Kelly a letter terminating the listing agreement.
Kelly did not approve of the conditions. One month later, Kelly presented a full price offer to
the Smiths; however, they ignored the offer and sold the property to another buyer. Kelly
sued the Smiths for breach of the agency agreement.Which party wins the lawsuit?Did the
Smiths act ethically in this case?Scenario 3 – Agency and Liability for AgentsGreg hired
Drake’s Renovations to remodel his kitchen and one bathroom for $15,000. Drake was
required to follow the plans and instructions provided by Greg and complete the work by
rooms by June 30. Drake had the exclusive right to control the manner and method for
performing the work, including the right to select other workers and tools used. One day,
two of Drake’s employees were unloading a spa tub for Greg’s bathroom. Startled by a noise,
the employee turned quickly and the tub struck Sandy, who was walking her dog. Sandy
tripped and hit her head on the pavement. The dog broke loose, bit Drake’s employee, and
then ran off.Explain the relationship between Greg and Drake’s Renovations. What are the
rights and responsibilities of each party?Which party is liable for Sandy’s injuries?Which
party is liable for the injuries to the employee?Discussion Question Part IISelect two of the
topics from the list. Provide information about how your new company will handle the

2. topics selected.Employment discriminationIndependent contractorsNegligent hiringUnion
organizationDrug testingElectronic monitoring of company-owned computers, cell phones
and/or vehiclesEmployee use of social media