Corporate attorney whistle-blowing: devising a proper standard
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Ethical analysis of disclosure of an illegal activity in a business corporation is presented. Of all the standards discussed, the standard of broad permissibility is most likely the best choice for corporate lawyers. Mandatory disclosure denies attorneys the right to choose and benefit employers engaged in clandestine activities. The standard ofbroad permissibility would require attorneys to justify violations of confidentiality and would allow revelation of the illegal activity, consideringthe net social benefit of the disclosure.
Publication Name: Business & Professional Ethics Journal
Subject: Philosophy and religion
ISSN: 0277-2027
Year: 1992
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Development of ethical awareness: a model for a community business ethics forum
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There is an urgent need to develop ethical awareness among the business community. However, the lack of knowledge of ethical vocabulary and theory and the lack of management support have hampered the success of ethics awareness programs. Development of codes of conduct does not necessarily deter unethical behavior in business. Training is necessary so that the codes can be effectively imposed. This can beaccomplished through the promotion of community business ethics forums.
Publication Name: Business & Professional Ethics Journal
Subject: Philosophy and religion
ISSN: 0277-2027
Year: 1992
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Academic honesty in the business school: a case study
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A case study reveals that sometimes the ideals of the business world and the academic communities may contradict. What is considered collaborative management style in business may be considered academic dishonesty in universities, particularly if two people come out with the same solution to a problem. Business students are encouraged to discuss problems and come to a solution by consensus. This behavior is often considered cheating at universities.
Publication Name: Business & Professional Ethics Journal
Subject: Philosophy and religion
ISSN: 0277-2027
Year: 1991
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