QUESTION

Marilyn was working at the Quick Stop. She was dismissed for allegedly stealing from the cash draw. Marilyn disclaimed taking the money. She smeared for another position at the local Food Mart. When questioned why she left her last job, she described that her manager fired her for stealing; nevertheless, she continued to deny stealing the money.

Marilyn didn't get the job at the Quick Mart. She communicated a lawyer to discuss her options.

a) Marilyn doesn't have a reason of action against Quick Stop for defamation because her reputation has not been harmed.

b) Marilyn doesn't have a cause of action against Quick Stop for defamation because she told the manager at Food Mart about the allegations.

c) Marilyn has a reason of action for defamation against Quick Stop because she was forced to repeat the defamatory remarks to her prospective new employer.

d) Marilyn has a reason of action for defamation because the manager at Quick Stop would have provided the information if he had been asked for a reference.