Questions
1. Stephanie interpreted Devin’s question “what do you want us to do?” to mean that it was
her decision to make. As Jeremy’s supervisor, was it, or should it have been Stephanie’s
decision to make and support your position? Who generally has the authority to decide
what disciplinary action to take? Please justify your decision. (This question addresses
Objective 1.)
2. Devin indicated that he believed that Stephanie’s decision might be influenced by the
high turnover she had experienced in LMS over the last two years. What factors other
than worker performance histories and worker disciplinary records can impact a
manager’s decision whether to discharge an employee? Please explain how and why
these influences can impact a disciplinary decision. (This question addresses Objective
2.)
3. Analyze the fact of the case and decide what disciplinary action you think Stephanie
should take regarding Jeremy. Please defend you position. (This question addresses
Objectives 3 and 4).
4. In view the information provided in the case and DMD’s policies and procedures
provided in Appendix A, if Stephanie was to discharge Jeremy, would he have any
recourse in court? Please support your answer. (This question addresses Objectives 3 and
4).