...Laws create a guideline for a way a company must run and how it needs to conduct itself. Ethics of a company are a guideline for how the management and employees of a company should conduct themselves regardless of their own personal views and ethics. Laws explain on what we are able to do whereas ethics explains about what we should always do (Ethicaledge, 2008). Both laws and ethics allow a company to run properly. If a company does not run by the laws that are in place they are likely to be ethically unstable as well. Within each company there is a legal system set up made of legal guidelines and regulations that handle different areas of business. This set-up helps in controlling risk, debts and obligations. These laws have the ability to provide members of management with recommendations on how the company should be run. Laws are laws and are set in place. No company has special treatment from these laws. The principles and restrictions that are in position legalize all areas of a business…its investments, employees, and production (SCU, 2008). Because there are laws set forth for companies to follow they are not afforded the ability to fun their company completely in a way they want to. These laws offer regulations for companies to conduct their business which allows for ethical standards to be put in place. These ethical standards are to be followed by all within a company and does not afford special treatment for anyone in higher power. Laws also assist in...
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...Law vs. Ethics MGT 101 Seminar Five Summer 2010 Laws and ethics are a touchy subject, even the brightest minds in the world have a tough time coming up with the “right” answer. When applying social responsibility with ethics, we must look at it from multiple sides; let’s use an example, Robert was interested in learning about the workings of professional burglars. Several years ago, he made contact with someone who could put him in touch with a professional burglar, although the burglar had retired several years ago. He contacted this person, who forwarded his interest on to the "retired" professional burglar. The burglar agreed to participate in a series of interviews. The first two interviews went fine, but on the third occasion, his subject indicated that he was planning a burglary in a new development. This was to be a one-time event (rather than a return from retirement) involving burglarizing the home of a wealthy resident in this development. Robert promised his subject anonymity and confidentiality at the outset of his research, but he now had information indicating that a crime was about to be committed. In analyzing laws and ethics in this case, if Robert was being ethical for the integrity of the burglar and did not inform the police of his deeds, he was being unethical in the social responsibility aspect of ethics! When respecting people’s rights, dignity, and diversity, people are going to be affected negatively either way in certain situations. What we need...
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...Karris Moses Professor Armstrong Law, Ethics and Corporate Governance Assignment 3: Corporate Governance and Ethical Responsibility Research Paper February 17, 2013 Karris Moses Prof. Armstrong LEG 500 February 17, 2013 Dr. DoRight has recently been hired as the President of the “Universal Human Care Hospital”, where he oversees all departments with over 5,000 employees and over 20,000 patients at the medical facility. He has been provided with a broad set of duties and oversight of numerous departments, including business development, customer services, human resources, legal, patient advocacy, to name a few. He has managers in each department that he supervises and who work with him to address the needs of the various internal and external stakeholders of the hospital. Dr. DoRight discovers that some patients within the hospital have been dying as a result of a variety of illegal procedures by doctors and nurses, and negligent supervision and oversight on their part. This was brought to his attention in a few meetings and he told his Regional Director Compliance Manager and Executive Committee in January 2009. He was told by them that the matter would be investigated and they would report any findings to him as soon as possible. After two (2) years, there have been no results from the investigation and some patients are still passing away due to the negligent activities. He also answers to a board of trustees and interfaces with numerous community organizations...
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...Laws and Ethics Debbie Salmon AIU Online HLTH410-1205A-02 Unit 1 IP Duty oriented ethics focuses on performing ones duty to various people and institutions (Fremgen, B). The duty of the paramedic in the situation is to try to save the people stuck in the cave, since the scout master is stuck the children will have to drown but if the scout master is sacrificed than the children can be saved. In this case the paramedic is put in a situation where a person will die no matter what course is taken; the problem is he has to make the decision as to who will perish. He could say since the scoutmaster is in a safe place he will work on saving him and let the children die or he could say there are too many lives at stake with the children and may opt to sacrifice the scoutmaster to save them. Though this is a difficult situation to be in I think the best option he has is to sacrifice the scoutmaster and save the children because in many instances scoutmasters sign a document that states that they will put themselves in harm’s way to protect the children they are responsible for if the situation arises (aiu live chat archives). Consequence oriented reasoning deals with how we judge the rightness or wrongness of the decisions we make based on what the outcomes are predicted to be. Normally the act that is deemed right is what will bring out the best outcome. In the case of the scoutmaster and scouts, there is not really a right or wrong it is just a very unfortunate event that...
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...Major Laws Concerning Fraud and Abuse Anna Afoakwa Health Information- Law and Ethics (Summer Quarter) Author Note: This assignment is being submitted as module 9 assignment Healthcare ethical behavior is an important topic in health industry. Ethics or moral behavior is the ground on which humanity stands for a compatible existence. The word ‘ethics’ means different to different people and is based on moral, philosophic and religious principles of the society in which it is practiced. All problems of life have solutions, but all solutions are not based on moral principles. Principles alone do not lead to ethical decisions; decisions without principles are ethically empty. Below are the seven major laws concerning fraud and abuse. The False Claims Act: imposes liability upon any person who knowingly submits or causes the submission of false or fraudulent claims for payment or approval. In the healthcare context, examples of conduct that can arguably lead to charges of violations of the statute include, but are not limited to: billing for medical services not rendered; misrepresenting the level of services rendered; falsely certifying compliance with federal laws; and submitting a claim for payment that is contrary to Medicare or Medicaid payment requirements. The Federal Anti-Kickback Statute: prohibits providers of services or goods covered by a federal healthcare program ("Federal Healthcare Program") from knowingly and willingly soliciting or receiving or providing...
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...some will be discuss in details. Ethics is concerned with the study of social morality and philosophical reflection of norms and practice (Burckhardt and Nathaniel 2003). These ethical issues are those based on basic and essential to social values that include respect for life, liberty and to be cared for. There will be a demonstration of understanding the theory of deontology while recognizing the importance of ethical principles in relation on the delivery of individual patient care. Informed consent will be highlighted in detail to provide validity and factors involved. A reflection will be provided to detail the understanding of how ethical theories contribute to the ethical decision making process in clinical area. Also a brief discussion will be given to show what has been gained from producing this essay. Consent can be defined as an agreement to allow something to happen based on full disclosure of facts needed to make an intelligent decision (Hazel 2002). This includes the knowledge of risks involved, benefits and consequence of refusal. Informed consent not only requires that a person be given all relevant information required to reach a decision regarding their treatment. According to (Dimond 2002). The person should have the capacity of understanding the relevant information and does in fact give consent or a procedure is performed on a patient without informed consent the trust might be liable in the court of law . The following factors should be...
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...In 1998, the South African Law Reform Commission (then the South African Law Commission) published a report and accompanying draft bill covering the same territory as this Position Paper. It was commis-sioned by Pres Nelson Mandela, tabled in Parliament in 2000, but offi-cially ignored by the ministry of health. It should serve as a basis for public debate. Analogously, termination of pregnancy (abortion) legisla-tion was, in part, the outcome of such a public debate and legislative process. Globally, many countries are addressing assisted dying, albeit in dif-ferent ways. Some have legalised assisted dying and others have set cri-teria for not prosecuting it. 8 End-of-Life Decisions, Ethics and the Law In South Africa, the debate should be based on the spirit, values and rights in the Constitution, particularly the interpretation of the right to life and its intimate connection with the right to dignity. Our Constitu-tion should shape a moral community that binds us together as citizens, despite the different personal, ethical and religious beliefs we might have in our local communities. A constitutional democracy means, among others, that we resolve our differences about the social arrange-ment of society by appealing to the Constitution, thus granting others the right to live by their convictions even if we disagree with them. Ultimately, at issue here is the suffering of people in the end-stage of life. Silence is also a choice for which we are responsible. This Position...
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...The Ethical Dilemma Regarding ‘Do Not Resuscitate’ Orders. Whilst on placement on an Adult Rehabilitation Ward, I observed an ethical dilemma. The patient concerned was issued with ‘Do Not Resuscitate’ (D.N.R.) order. This decision was reached after the consultant, named nurse, patient and the patient’s family discussed together and based their decision on the patient’s age, condition, quality of life and wishes. The UKCC ‘Code of Professional Conduct’ (1992) states that every registered nurse, midwife, and Health Visitor should act, at all times, in such a manner as to … promote and safeguard the interests and well-being of patients and clients [and to] ensure that no action or omission on your part, or within your sphere of responsibility, is detrimental to the interests, condition or safety of patients and clients. Therefore, how does withholding life-saving treatment, comply with the ‘Code of Professional Conduct’? The decision not to resuscitate conflicts with this clause of a document that aims to define and develop professional standards to protect the public and offer direction regarding the suitable conduct of the profession (Kenworthy et al, 1999). The conflict arises because the decision not to resuscitate could be seen as not promoting the well being of the patient and an omission on the nurse’s part, causing detrimental consequences (Rumbold, 1999). On the other hand, clause seven of the ‘Code of Professional Conduct’ states that a nurse...
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...liability. Other stakeholder groups are less visible, but nonetheless silent. There are scientists engaged in research and development of medical products and services. Some are employed by research laboratories affiliated with private corporations, and others are employed by government tabs. Most are funded by government research grants. Many scientists teach at tuition-driven public and private educational institutions that train future researchers, providers, and institutional administrators. There are also financial institutions that lend tuition money to .ambitious college students in the health care professions and provide capital to hospitals, Laboratories, and other facilities. And we must not forget the last number of lawyers and law firms that specialize in medical malpractice litigation and the insurance companies that sell malpractice insurance. Many...
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...What is corporate social responsibility? Give example about CSR in today’s business * Corporate social responsibility (CSR) is the process by which businesses negotiate their role in society * In the business world, ethics is the study of morally appropriate behaviors and decisions, examining what "should be done” * Although the two are linked in most firms, CSR activities are no guarantee of ethical behavior History * CSR is a form of corporate self regulation turns into business models * Also called corporate conscience, citizenship, social performance, sustainable responsible business * Came into used late 1960s and early 1970s * ISO 26000 recognize CSR standards Bodies that governs CSR through out the world World Business Council for Sustainable Development -Corporate Social Responsibility is the continuing commitment by business to behave ethically and contribute to economic development while improving the quality of life of the workforce and their families as well as of the local community and society at large Business For Social Responisbilities Operating a business in a manner that meets or exceeds the ethical, legal, commercial and public expectations that society has of business The European Commision A concept whereby companies integrate social and environmental concerns in their business operations and in their interaction with their stakeholders on a voluntary basis The ASEAN CSR Networks CSR is about how businesses...
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...Dilemmas and D'Legals: Ethics and Law in Nursing Marsha Brice, Barbara Gong, Holly Lavely, Lindsey Talbot, Loveda Turnage NUR/391 August 6, 2012 Esther Van Baren Dilemmas and D'Legals: Ethics and Law in Nursing Every day nurses are confronted with situations that lead them to question their ethics and the legal duties of their profession. Both dilemmas are presented for examination and discussion in this class via two scenarios. In the first case scenario, the family of a victim of a hemorrhagic stroke must decide what measures they want the hospital staff to take to either sustain her life or if they want to deny any or all life-saving steps. In this instance, the father and children are at odds in their decision. The next case presents malpractice lawsuit scene where a nurse is called to testify on behalf of the patient against the negligent nurse and hospital. While these situations are vastly different, they share two inherent questions: What is the ethical thing to do? What is the nurse’s legal obligation? Each case study produced different legal questions. In the first case study the family of the patient could not agree on a course of action. There was no advance directive and the patient was not conscious. The husband of the patient in this case is the legal next of kin and is therefore legally responsible for making health care decisions for his wife when she is unable to do so. The children of the patient could challenge their father in court...
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...Nursing ethics and law Name Institution’s name The case scenario involving Jazi, a patient admitted in ICU, depicts a number of both legal and ethical issues. The fact that Jazi was not involved in the decision making process regarding his treatment option has resulted to professional and moral questions on whether it was right or wrong. Inherently, this paper identifies the ethical and legal issues that results from the actions of the nurses, and the doctor with regard to Jazi condition. Legal issues Legal Issues | Facts supporting / refuting | Further information which needs consideration | * NFR directive | * Nurses should have worked on the verbal order | * Why did the nurses not follow up with the doctor on the NFR directive? | * Decision making process involvement | * The nurses did not involve the patient in decision making process (Matt, 2012). | * Why did the nurses continued with their duty despite their knowledge of the mistake? | * Negligence | * The nurses owed the Jazi duty of care, | * Why did the nurses not follow up with the doctor on the NFR directive and provide the required care? | Ethical issues Principle | Explanation | Independence | The scenario reveals Jazi's autonomy breached since he was not involved in the decision making process regarding his treatment options (Ghaye, Gillespie & Lillyman, 2000). | Moral duty | The nurses have the moral duty to ensure the well being of the patient, and so they...
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...Law, Ethics, and Corporate Governance July 17, 2011 1. Explain where an employee can reasonably expect to have privacy in the workplace. Employees are becoming increasingly concerned about their privacy as their employers are monitoring them electronically more than ever . The best way to ensure the privacy of personal calls made at work is to use your own mobile phone or a local pay phone. Employers are very interested in the loyalty, productivity, and privacy of the employees. Employers usually include privacy policies in the employee handbook that outlines company guidelines when referring to emails and electronic surveillance. The only place an employee can actually expect to have privacy at work is in the restroom. However, this is only to a certain degree since people come in and out of bathrooms on a regular basis. The only laws that govern privacy are outlined in the First, Fourth, Fifth, and Ninth Amendments. These amendments can’t be violated by any government sector. However, these amendments don’t cover the private sector of businesses. Privacy laws in the private sector are dictated by state and federal statutes along with the common law of torts. The tort of intrusion regarding seclusion is used by employees to address an employer’s invasion of privacy by electronic monitoring. The Restatement of Torts 652A (1977) specifically states; “One...
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...He feels that the right thing to do is share information about ABC’s project and how it will reduce the value of the neighborhood homes, including Owen’s. But, he also knows that he is obligated to keep this information confidential until the company decides otherwise. Luke is having a conflict because of his moral ethics. Having the knowledge that when the adult entertainment store gets built his brother’s plans of making a bigger profit off the sale of his house may not happen. At the same time Luke knows that he has to full fill his company confidentiality and that is to say nothing until the company announces it in a month. Analysis I understand Luke’s ethical dilemma. He is torn between the loyalty he has for his brother and the loyalty he has for ABC Company. If Luke tried to apply some ethical theories to his concerns he may be able to make a decision on his own. He could put the utilitarianism theory into practice by asking himself if this “will produce the greatest good for everyone?” Or, if he takes into consideration Kant’s deontological views in practicing the basic principle that, “we should be able to universalize any particular law or action to determine whether it is ethical.” So let’s consider the following: Utilitarianism By taking utilitarianism into consideration then I would have to consider what would be the best advice for Luke, and...
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...1. Explain where an employee can reasonably expect to have privacy in the workplace. When it comes to employment, many employee privacy rights are granted by specific laws, rules, and/or regulations. For example, there are laws that create a right to privacy in employee personnel records, the use and maintenance of employee social security numbers, employee medical information, background screenings, and the like. But what about cases in which there is no specific statute or code that creates a right to privacy? Does one exist anyway? The answer is maybe. Sometimes, whether a privacy right exists is determined by reference to the "reasonable expectation of privacy." This is a concept which basically asks if, in the particular circumstances, it was reasonable to expect that certain conduct or communications would be considered private. "Reasonable expectation of privacy" can be raised where, for example, an employer searches an employee's office or cubicle, looks through an employee's working files, or searches an employee's locker at work. Was it reasonable for the employee to believe that his or her office or cubicle is a private area that the employer cannot search without first asking permission? Determining whether there was a "reasonable expectation of privacy" typically involves a balancing test, and many factors must be considered to decide whether the employee had a privacy right in answer to these...
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