Legal And Ethical Dilemmas

People from all walks of life face many ethical dilemmas. These dilemmas have consequences. Our worldview determines how we deal with these dilemmas, and guides us to the right decisions. In this essay, I will examine an ethical issues through my Christian worldview. I will also present other viewpoints, and compare them to mine.

Ethical dilemmas occur when there is a disagreement about a situation and all parties involved question how they should behave based on their individual ethical morals. (Newman & Pollnitz, 2005). The dilemma that I will be addressing in this essay involves Michael, recently employed male educator working in the nursery, and parents of a baby enrolled at the centre. The parents have raised concerns about male educators changing their child’s nappy as they have cultural practices that do not allow this practice to take place. This situation is classed as an ethical dilemma as there is a dispute between cultural beliefs and legal requirements within the workplace. There are four parties involved (parents, child, educator and director), all

Shadow charts were developed to gather data and information for additional departments and medical personnel that need access to part of a patient’s file or records. The original records should always remain in the patient’s primary chart allow copies may be available to ancillary departments that may need access to the information. The same level of confidentiality and security applies to the shadow charts. They must be in a secure location with access by authorized personnel only. Additional information that should be included in shadow charts is a formal recording process to document those who access the information. Furthermore, a consistent system of upgrading the

Milton Manufacturing Company is a closely-held company has been in business since 1999 when its President Irv Milton first opened the business with its primary operations in Long Island City, New York and factory branches and warehouses in surrounding areas. The business had increased revenue over its first ten years of business from $500,000 in its first year to $5 million in 2008.

A major part of the planning stage is the proposed solution for the implementation. After the evidence is analyzed critically, a plan is developed to implement with the help of a change model. Before implementing change, it is important to follow the steps, which includes: analyze change, know the elements and the way to apply change (Houser & Oman, 2011).

School counselors are responsible for abiding by the ethical standards. The ethical standards should be known by school counselor educators as well as taught to students (ASCA, 2010). According to the American School Counseling Association (ASCA; 2010), “professional school counselors are advocates, leaders, collaborators and consultants who create opportunities for equity in access and success in educational opportunities by connecting their programs to the mission of schools and subscribing to professional responsibility” (p. 1). Ethical standards and laws are both “based on generally accepted norms, beliefs, customs, and values” (Linde, 2015, pp. 147-148). While school counselors are to respect the personal beliefs of their clients under the ethical standards (Linde, 2015), they also need to abide by the law due to the law “carrying greater sanctions or penalties for failure to comply” (Linde, 2015, p. 148). The ethical standards and laws are to “ensure the best interest of the client” (Linder, 2015, p. 148).

The areas of responsibility that I identified as most relevant to healthcare administrators when dealing with impaired individuals are:

Thus, citizens in need of government support have very little privacy and are treated inferior compared to those who do not need government funding. In relation to wellness and ability, insurance companies actively watch their clients who are considered high risk, specifically those who suffer from poor health or a disability (Graham & Wood, 2003, p. 244). In doing so, insurance companies determine whether or not individuals are covered under their plan and if they are eligible for premiums (Lippert Lecture). This is unfortunate as those who are ill and living with a disability have to undergo endless watch as they are viewed as an expensive customer (Graham & Wood, 2003, p. 241). Meanwhile, those who are of good health and are mentally and physically able are seldomly watched as they

There will be many scenarios that can challenge a counselor. However, when there are specific cases that involve harm to the clients’ person or another a counselor must follow the processes outlined in the bylaws of the American School Counselor Association. These outlined processes serve two important purposes, the purpose of protecting the client and the purpose of protecting the counselor. This paper will answer questions in response to the scenario of Angela.

Every individual may have different perspectives on whether or not a decision is right or wrong. When it comes to ethical dilemma, there really are no correct answers but there are proper steps to take to reduce unethical behaviors. The ethical dilemmas that are presented in this case are: Hiding or Divulging Information, Balancing Ethical Dilemmas, Unfair Advantage, Violating Rules, Perpetrating Interpersonal Abuse, Condoning Unethical Actions.

The ability for a patient to choose or refuse their healthcare procedures is a common concept that is rarely argued against. The US Constitution protects liberty rights and they are believed to be common law rights. However, in certain circumstances, those rights can be negotiable especially when an individuals’ religious beliefs interferes with a healthcare provider’s ability to implement proper treatment and advocacy for vulnerable patients. Jehovah’s witness’ are a clear example where religious beliefs interfere with appropriate and adequate healthcare from doctors and nurses. This is because their beliefs are often in stark contrast with a doctor or nurses’ obligations as a healthcare provider (Henderson, 2005). An ethical and legal dilemma is created when a Jehovah’s witness refusal for blood transfusions puts a patient’s freedom and autonomy regarding medical intervention against a nurse or doctor’s duty to provide lifesaving treatment. This ethical dilemma affects nursing because it places the nurse in a difficult situation where they must knowingly respect all individual religious beliefs even if it means a refusal of blood that puts the patient at a higher risk for mortality. (McCormick, 2008).

Some of the most difficult medical decisions to be made are those involving the life of a disabled or non-viable fetus. Such decisions are often filled with ethical and legal dilemmas. The fetus is just one of the many lives affected in the decision making process. In these scenarios, clear communication between the parents of the fetus and the health providers is crucial. Making the wrong decision could result in the weight of a large burden for the rest of one’s life. In this paper I will bring to light the ethical and legal dilemmas involved in beginning of life scenarios, along with examples of such situations, and ways health care providers can avoid such dilemmas.

While the achievements Rob Smith in the Research and Development department are quite extraordinary to say the least, there has been information put forward by Michael Jones (Senior VP of R&D) that brings both, legal and ethical concerns to light. These rumors being that Rob had acquired some outside knowledge, which in turn led to a breakthrough within the Research and Development department. I have been asked to review all relevant information, and make a determination of if MegaLab acted unethically in violation of law, and submit a draft for consideration to Human Resources an Ethics policy that can be applied to the Research and Development department.

There is one case study of an ethical situation that needs to be solved. This essay will deliberate and analyse this dilemma. Intending to use Kerridge’s model for indicating ethical decision-making in this practice. That is including identify the ethical dilemma by using legal principles and concepts to examine it.

Due to the many corporate, social and environmental effects of the BP oil spill, genuine ethical and legal questions of social, corporate and business responsibilities that resulted in negative externalities were raised. Many of these pertain with BP PLC complying with environmental laws, making efforts to build and maintain shareholder values to a range of organizations, and with health and safety methods ensure the safe practice and well-being of the workers. Individual vegetations along the gulf coast were damaged resulting in defected food sources, flouting the Endangered Species Act, and creating an avoidable conflict with the EPA. In addition, it affected people who were in no connection with the company and its dealings, but still had to suffer the consequences both economically and environmentally. Thus, it brings about the many legal issues that pertain to the bogus claims by BP PLC and its cooperating companies, like Transocean and Halliburton, about the methods in which the ridge would be covered, how families would be compensated for the loss of their relatives who were either harmed during the explosion or afterwards during cleanup times.