Ace Employment Law 2026 – Unlock Your Legal Know-How!

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Which of the following rights do employees not possess under U.S. employment laws?

Not to be fired as long as they perform well

To be treated fairly in the workplace

To receive health insurance if they are full-time

All of the above

The correct response revolves around the concept that employees do not possess an absolute right to job security, fair treatment, or benefits under U.S. employment laws.

While it is common for employees to expect to be treated fairly and may believe they have rights regarding termination and benefits, U.S. employment law operates primarily under the doctrine of "employment at will." This doctrine allows employers to terminate employees for almost any reason, as long as it does not violate anti-discrimination laws or other specific statutory protections. Therefore, the notion that employees cannot be fired as long as they perform well is not a guaranteed right under employment laws.

Similarly, while laws such as the Affordable Care Act encourage providing health insurance to full-time employees, there is no federal requirement that mandates employers to offer health insurance. Employers who meet certain thresholds must provide this benefit, but many smaller employers might not be obligated to do so.

Finally, "to be treated fairly" can be somewhat subjective and does not equate to a legal entitlement; fair treatment in the workplace may encompass various factors such as behavior, workplace policies, and workplace culture but is not explicitly defined as a right under general U.S. laws.

Hence, option D correctly reflects that none of these rights are guaranteed under

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