...The fault of the seller or distributor is irrelevant in strict liability claims. The Restatement (Third) of Torts, followed by Utah courts, provides a possibility of immunity to nonmanufacturing sellers, essentially implying that liability is not absolute. “The contract specifications defense protects manufacturers from being held liable for injuries caused by design defects in products they manufacture in accordance with directions and specifications supplied by the purchaser of the products, unless the danger associated with following the specifications is obvious.” The court relied on a Seventh Circuit decision stating that a contractor is not required to “sit in judgment” of the plans or specifications provided. Additionally, when a contractor follows the specifications provided by another party, it acts as a mere vehicle through which the plans are...
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...Campaigns Understanding ethics and freedom of speech are vitally important when undertaking a PR campaign. This was not the case for neither Edward L. Bernay’s “Torches of Freedom” campaign nor the electronic cigarette campaign mentioned in the assignment description. In many ways, both campaigns are unethical to participate in. However, the “Torches of Freedom” campaign is much more unethical due to societies lack of knowledge of smoking’s dangers at the time and the American public’s heightened awareness and cautiousness of substance abuse dangers that came about in following centuries. Ethics of E-cigs vs. Torches of Freedom Campaign From an ethical...
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...The idea that knowledge is a dangerous and powerful tool is a motif that occurs more than once throughout Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein. I will argue that knowledge is the major cause of suffering throughout this novel and it is what eventually drives one character to death, and another to the realization of what could possibly happen to him if continues as he is. The quest for knowledge is present throughout the entire novel and is implemented by multiple characters, with each presenting the same result. Starting with Victor Frankenstein, it becomes known that he strives to gain as much knowledge as he can, but eventually this expedition lands him in situations that are dangerous and unwanted. Victor’s main focus is science and despite his father’s wishes, he attends University and pursues his dreams. At the time when Victor attended college, there was little known about the field of science, especially chemistry. As Victor continues on in his endeavors, his thirst for knowledge (to learn?) continues to grow,...
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... Thus, Ethics and Moral Science or Moral Philosophy are identical. Ethics is defined as the practical and philosophical science of the morality of the human act or human conduct. 1. Ethics is a science. A body of knowledge together with its explanations arranged systematically. 2. Ethics is a practical science. That which presents principles and rules to be acted upon. 3. Ethics is a philosophical science. That which seeks to explain its subject matter in the light of its deepest principle by means of human reason alone. HUMAN ACTS – refer only to those activities that are deliberate and free. 1. Human acts are deliberate. Human acts are done with the knowledge (consciousness or awareness) of the agent of what he is doing or of what he is about to do. 2. Human acts are free. Human acts are those acts that may be done or may not be done by the agent. The agent can choose between doing or not doing the act. His choice is his free decision. 3. Human acts are voluntary. Human act is an act that is determined by the will of the agent. It is the intention of the agent. Human act is when and only when three elements are present: knowledge, freedom and will. ACTS OF MAN – activities which lack any of knowledge, freedom and will. 1. Indeliberate – the agent is not conscious or aware that he is acting. 2. Not free – the agent is obliged (under force or violence) to do the act against the wish of his will. 3. Involuntary...
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...pope had initially meant that learning is dangerous when it is incomplete. This quote is similar to another "I know just enough to be dangerous". Again this means in some areas you may need to take precautions to stay out of danger. The way I see It is some people will think they understand a subject fully, when in reality they only know an imperceptible amount. They will then use their minimal knowledge, perhaps developing an ongoing thirst for knowledge for themselves causing a calamitous effect waiting to happen. An example to demonstrate this is Marie Curie's situation. Curie knew that she was in search for Radium and she knew how to isolate it however, she wasn’t aware of the consequences of working with radioactive substances for a long period of time. This eventually led to the disastrous effect of aplastic anemia. There weren't any safety measures during her time. Curie's incomplete knowledge of Radium had caused her to die. There are numerous factors that determine whether or not learning is a dangerous thing. Perhaps a little knowledge may benefit some people. For example abecedarian knowledge of first aid is vital when you are in a situation with somebody who has an injured leg. You may not be trained professional but inherent knowledge could save a life. Another example is basic NHS leaflets. The NHS publish leaflets with simple information about a whole range of diseases. The main objective is to know the few symptoms of a life threatening condition. Once...
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...happens to Oprah and the trust the public currently has in her opinions and organization. Dangers There are potential dangers of having an extremely powerful leader for an organization. If that one leader has always been in charge, that person may be the only one to know certain things about the way the organization is ran or other key things someone taking over leadership may need to know. It’s also a danger that only one person remain in charge of the organization, because that one person doesn’t have any sort of check balance system, to ensure they are doing things ethically and correctly. What happens if something tragic was to happen to the leader, and no one is in the position to take over, because they do not know everything they need to, to run the business smoothly? Alternatives There are several options for Harpo to ensure they do not have a lack of leadership if Winfrey leaves the organization or the public loses trust in her. By having a leadership team, this would give each leader a general knowledge required to be a leader for the organization. From the leadership team, Harpo or even Oprah could identify a leader to take over her position once she knows she will no longer be there. If a leadership plan is laid out, and a knowledge transfer is completed, it is possible to have a true leadership succession plan. In order for someone else to be successful in the role, a knowledge transfer training plan will need to be completed. This should be completed by Oprah,...
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...famous not only for being spooky, but also for its commentary on the themes of dangers of knowledge and hubris, and monstrosity via playing God and losing innocence. “‘I imagine you may deduce an apt moral from my tale...nor can I doubt but that my tale conveys in its series internal evidence of the truth of the events of which it is composed’” (19). Through Frankenstein’s voice Shelley describes the greatest moral she has to offer from the suffering depicted in her story: the dangers of discovery and knowledge, which is that sometimes, however well-meant and innocent the intent may be, the expected result of scientific pursuits can turn out completely different than expected. Shelley’s prime example of this is the Creature and all the destruction he brings in his wake. So much has been done, exclaimed the soul of Frankenstein -- more, far more, will I achieve; treading in the steps already marked, I will pioneer a new way, explore unknown powers, and unfold to the world the deepest mysteries of creation (33). This is the epiphany that leads to the creation of the Creature, undoubtedly a somewhat naive and enthusiastic motivation, with no ill intent and no thought for the possible consequences of such ambitions. Yet, while the dangers of knowledge is one of Shelley’s themes, danger often being associated with darkness, a motif Shelley uses for knowledge is light. This is to show how, while knowledge appears to be indiscriminately brilliant and good: “What may not be expected...
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...condition on the land, if but only if, he: a. knows or by the exercise of reasonable care would discover the condition, and should realize that it involves an unreasonable risk of harm to such invitees, and b. should expect that they will not discover or realize the danger, or will fail to protect themselves against it, and c. fails to exercise reasonable care to protect them against the danger. Section 343A of the Restatement provides: a possessor of land is not liable to his invitees for physical harm caused to them by any activity or condition on the land whose danger is known or obvious to them, unless the possessor should anticipate the harm despite such knowledge or obviousness. Sections 343 and 343A of the Restatement (Second) of Torts preclude liability for a possessor of land where an invitee is injured as a result of a condition whose danger is known or obvious to the invitee, unless the possessor anticipated the injury despite the invitee’s knowledge or the obviousness of the condition. Restatement (Second) of Torts §343A(1). As the cases below illustrate, where a danger is “open or obvious,” the possessor of land does not owe the invitee a duty to take precautions against or warn of open or obvious dangers. Under Pennsylvania law the assumption of the risk doctrine applies to absolve the landowner from liability for injuries sustained if the plaintiff: (1) knows of the risk or hazard, and (2) voluntarily proceeds in that activity. There is substantial uncertainty...
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...Essay 412 Summer Intensive Professor Monaghan July 16th, 2015 Victor attributes his tragic fate to his relentless search for knowledge. Do you think that this is the true cause of his suffering? In what ways does the novel present knowledge as dangerous and destructive? Trace the similarities between Victor and the monster. Consider their respective relationships with nature, desires for family, and any other important parallels you find. Mary Shelley’s novel Frankenstein is a story about a brilliant but unorthodox scientist, Victor Frankenstein that rejects the artificial man that he has created, the Creature escapes and later swears revenge. Throughout the novel readers experience and learn about Victors boundless passion for knowledge and discover the positive and negative effects that come with his relentless search for it. Victor’s relentless search for knowledge ultimately leads to the death of his loved ones and friends as well as his own death. The suffering that Victor encounters can also be caused by other things in his life such as lack of family and companionship or lack of a love life. The knowledge that the monster obtains throughout the novel also comes with an emotional suffering that tarnishes the relationship with his regretful creator. As seen in the novel this emotional suffering obtained through knowledge caused danger and destruction that affected many people around Victor. One can surely say that Dr. Frankenstein and his creation share many similarities...
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...personal information should be kept private, and the students should be cautious of who they share any information with. Property and permission is regarding sources, and other information the students find online. The students must be aware of how to obtain permission to use those sources, as well as have the knowledge on how to cite those sources. Professionalism is having the...
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...Faber, who helps him avoid the law. Fahrenheit 451 shows the danger of censorship or lack of, but reveals how freedom of the press is important and necessary to resist such danger. There can be great danger in too much censorship. This idea can be found in government, especially, as well as through newscasts. People try to censor ideas that...
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...damage. This essay considers possible ways of mitigating the future damage and deaths from volcano eruptions, as well as the volcano risk areas in the United States. The first step in mitigating the effects of volcanoes is establishing high technology detection systems that will forecast possible volcanoes activities. There are many seismic data collecting systems designed to monitor the activities of magma and the volcano sites. However, these systems ought to be upgraded into to newer technologies to ensure efficiency in forecasting volcano eruptions (Aditya, 2014). In addition, the findings of these systems ought to be taken with weight. Failing to act upon the indications from such systems marks the beginning of volcano eruption dangers. Therefore, it is not only a matter of establishing systems, but ensuring that they are functional and acting upon their findings. Secondly, timely warnings of possible eruptions will assist people to keep safe distances from the volcano eruption. It is inevitable to warn people when volcano activities indicate possible eruptions in the near future. For example, increased magma activities as well as multiple earthquakes are indicators of possible eruptions in the near future (Wright, 2003). When such signs come to play, people should get warning on time, to ensure they get enough time to relocate and take other necessary measures to ensure they are safe from the eruptions...
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...Forbidden knowledge From the beginning of humanity, a thirst for knowledge was born within the human soul. This thirst made it essential for the human mind to seek knowledge constantly and discover new things. We want to know everything. And it has been a great journey for mankind in the field of technology and science; the achievements that humanity has managed to accomplish in the different fields of knowledge are outstanding. Over the past few centuries, the intellectuals of society have made countless advances in science and the development of technology, which, to different degrees, have all benefited mankind. Our thirst for knowledge is what has kept and still keeps us moving forward, and it is what separates us from our ancestors and makes the present life different than the ancient one; without it we wouldn’t have the full-of-technology, modern life we have today. Every scientific discovery is the result of man’s hunger for and dedication to acquiring knowledge, information, and power. However, the innate curiosity and desire for understanding in an individual can grow so immense that his or her moral and ethical boundaries erode, which might result in tragic and disastrous results for all who are involved. Despite that there is a huge number of fields in which humans can seek knowledge, forbidden knowledge have always been attractive for some. The secrets of life and death stand as the most tempting, and in Frankenstein we see how the thirst of knowledge turns...
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...climbing and hiking requires particular skills and knowledge and techniques to be performed successfully and with pleasure rather than discomfort. What are the main reasons for these skills and techniques, why they are good and what could happen if you would not have them. The advantages of effective planning and preparation is that you will be ready for most of the challenges you possible can face during the activities. It is not possible to prepare for everything, but you need to decrease the chances of getting in trouble as much as you can. Lack of preparation can result in poor performance and discomfort. Correct use of equipment with appropriate techniques is very beneficial for effectiveness and safety during the activity because usually specialist equipment requires specific use for specific purposes and wrong usage can lead to injuries or danger. To avoid this it is important to receive appropriate training before hand and if you are still not confident, you could have practise session with instructors. First aid skills are very useful and can and should be applied to every activity and not everybody can perform them as special training is required. Usually during activities instructors are qualified first aiders, so you don’t have to have these skills, but it would be very useful to have them as you could provide aid to other people independently. Otherwise you or your team will lack of experience and knowledge how to deal with injuries and this can cause even...
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...Animal Control Officer 3/17/2013 Introduction Animal Control Officers are members of law enforcement who are looked upon to protect not only animals from dangerous situations and cruelty but they also protect neighborhoods from strays and hazardous animals. Through my research I took a more in depth look at answering what is the typical profile associated with an Animal Control officer. In 16th century European villages “dog whippers” were charged with keeping dogs out of churches and confining town strays. The part of an Animal Control Officer has changed over the last few decades to meet the needs of rescuing animals from dangerous or abusive situations and investigating any cruelty or neglect. This is a fast rising field that has even grown in popularity, thanks to network television shows like Animal Planet. Animal control officers can hold jobs in health departments, police departments, sheriff’s departments or in parks and recreation departments. They are responsible for implementing and understanding animal rights, laws and regulations. Duties include but are not limited to: • Responding to emergency calls involving animals • Dealing with stray animals • Investigating incidents with both wild and domestic animals (such as bites) • Investigating animal cruelty cases • Dealing with animals in a shelter • Issuing fines or taking animal owners to court for acts such as those of irresponsibility or violence • Investigating dog fighting cases • Protecting...
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