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18 July, 00:28

Julie ling worked as a customer service representative in the billing department of novell, inc. when questions arose about ling's performance on several occasions, department manager, katie tong met with ling to discuss, among other things, ling's personal use of a business phone. tong reminded ling that company policy prohibited excessive personal calls and that these would result in the termination of her employment. tong began to monitor ling's phone usage, noting lengthy outgoing calls on several occasions, including some long-distance calls. eventually, tong terminated ling's employment, and ling filed a suit in federal court against novell. ling asserted in part that in monitoring her phone calls, the employer had invaded her privacy. novell asked the court to dismiss the claim. in whose favor should the court rule, and why?

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  1. 18 July, 00:53
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    The court should rule in favor of the company, given clearly outlined policies and a counseling session. Documentation and expectations were stated, and the behavior continued beyond the counseling session. Monitoring her behavior as indicated seemed within the company's discretion.
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