Which of the following is NOT a common example of a workplace tort?

Acquiring new business partners is not typically considered a workplace tort because it does not involve a wrongful act that causes harm to someone in relation to employment. Workplace torts generally arise from actions that lead to injury or damage to individuals in the workplace setting or arise from the employer-employee relationship.

Negligent hiring practices, libel or slander, and wrongful termination are examples of workplace torts because they directly relate to the legal responsibilities of employers and the treatment of employees or potential employees. Negligent hiring occurs when an employer fails to conduct adequate background checks and hires someone who may pose a risk to others. Libel and slander involve damaging a person's reputation through false statements, which can occur in workplace communications. Wrongful termination refers to dismissing an employee in violation of legal statutes or contractual agreements, which can lead to legal claims against the employer. These all involve legal liabilities and personal harm, setting them apart from the act of acquiring business partners, which is more aligned with business strategy than legal liability.