Instructions This assignment is On Case 5.1, read the whole chapter and answer the case using the weight of reasoning framework while also analyzing the text. Answer Case 5.1 while referencing the book and answer the questions at the end of Case 5.1. MANAGING BUSINESS ETHICS: MAKING ETHICAL DECISIONS, ALFRED A. MARCUS AND TIMOTHY J. HARGRAVE , (2021). Weight of Reason Framework Identify the ethical issue that you are faced with - what is it that you need to decide? Identify all of the facts that you know Identify different options for a course of conduct (typically: do nothing, do something, or some combination) Assess the consequences for those options (the assessment should include different stakeholders who would be affected by the option and the pros and cons as it relates to those stakeholders) Apply principles to those consequences (what type of philosophical principles are important to your decision) Determine a short-term solution (what should be done right now based on your analysis in steps 3-5) Determine a long-term plan of action (what can be done over time based on your analysis in steps 3-5) What lessons did you learn? This is more of a reflection of what should be done systemically so that this type of ethical issue does not present itself in the first place. Each chapter assignment has additional directions at the beginning of the Case problem. Criteria/ Rubric Quality of Analysis The student addresses all elements of the weight-of-reason framework, provides an in-depth analysis of each element, and reflects mastery of the course materials. Incorporation of course materials The student makes significant reference to course materials in their analysis. Writing style Writing is clear and well-organized with minimal spelling and grammar errors. Optional Additional Resources: Single, Double, and Triple Loop Learning: https://www.tamarackcommunity.ca/hubfs/Events/Multi-Day%20Events/Community%20Change%20Institute%20-%20CCI/2017%20CCI%20Vancouver/Resources/Tool%20-%20Single%20Double%20Triple%20Loop%20Learning.pdfLinks to an external site. Moral Imagination: https://ethicsunwrapped.utexas.edu/glossary/moral-imaginationLinks to an external site. Both/And Thinking: https://coachcampus.com/coach-portfolios/power-tools/wendy-leggett-both-and-vs-either-or-thinking/Links to an external site.
You have no doubt seen the ways in which the Supreme Court made decisions that brought about significant change for the entire country. It is also true that the Supreme Court makes decisions that affect public administration and public policy. For this assignment, you will focus on how case law both guides and affects public policy. Begin by researching a Supreme Court case of interest to you and pertaining to an oral argument. The Oral Argument 2.0: October 2019 TermLinks to an external site. website offers a list of recent cases you might want to consider. Then, using your chosen case, write a case brief. Consult the Briefing CasesLinks to an external site. website for further explanation of what a case brief is and what the steps are to writing one. You should also review How to Write a Case Brief [PDF] and take a look at the following example case briefs: Case Brief Example 1 [PDF]. Case Brief Example 2 [PDF]. Your case brief should be 2–3 pages and include the following: Provide a caption identifying your case and brief. Identify the facts of the case. State the procedural history of the case. Identify the issue in question. State the holdings in your own words. Describe the court’s rationale for each holding. Explain the final disposition. Include other opinions. This course requires the use of Strayer Writing Standards (SWS). The library is your home for SWS assistance, including citations and formatting. Please refer to the Library site for all support. Check with your professor for any additional instructions. The specific course learning outcome associated with this assignment is: Determine how case law guides and affects public administration and public policy.
Assignment 1 - Chapter 13: Past Consideration 1. Read the case Access Organics v HernandezLinks to an external site. 2. Watch theyoutube video on past considerationLinks to an external site.in contracts 3. Carefully EXPLAIN in your own words (do not copy from the case) each of the statements in the following and then explain who won and why: Past Consideration Case Problem.1.pdf Download Past Consideration Case Problem.1.pdf Remember to use your own words; REPEAT AND NUMBER THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT FOLLOWED BY YOUR EXPLANATION OF IT and remember to answer the last question, who won and why. The WHY here is very important! 20 Points will be automatically deducted for not following instructions. Assignment will be assessed on how well you explain each statement and respond to the last question. Assignment 2 - For this discussion, please answer the following: (1) What is the current state of technology for protecting online transactions? (2) How can a party be assured that the negotiation and transmission of a contract online is secure? (3) How can the performance of a contract be monitored online? (4) Are there any other protection or monitoring strategies you can suggest? Here is an article to consider in your discussionsLinks to an external site. (You can also do your own research) Number and repeat the questions asked followed by your responses. For full credit thoughtfully COMMENT on at least one classmate's POSTING. Enjoy your class discussions.
Each of these papers must be 7–10 pages in length (not including the title page, abstract, and bibliography), in current APA format, with 1-inch margins, double-spaced, and in 12-point Times New Roman font. Each paper must include citations to at least 8 scholarly and academic sourcessupporting and/or illustrating your positions. Each paper must include a title page, abstract, and bibliography in current APA format. Please see the Research Project Grading Rubric for additional information. These papers are exercises in the application of the material covered in the course to realistic,legal scenarios. You will be provided a prompt for each research project, and your paper should thoroughly answer the questions presented in that prompt.
As we have discussed in class, the wealth of information that travels the internet is huge and is subject to security issues like data breaches, hackers, etc. on a daily basis including at a governmental level and in every industry. Data breaches are used to target user's social security numbers, credit card information, identity and many other personal items. Your assignment is to research a data breach and then answer the following questions: What happened? (Basics about the company, what was stolen, etc.) What was the reply of the company? (what ended up happening, what did they offer their users? etc.) In your opinion, was their response enough or could they have offered more to the people who's information was compromised? What should be the penalty for companies that have user information stolen from them? * These last 2 questions are open-ended * Specifics - 2 pages max, single spaced, 12 font, Times New Roman. Include a cover page and a reference page, use APA citations. Rubric: Discussion of company and background - 6 points Discussion of attack and their response - 6 points Open ended questions - 6 points Format, grammar, etc. - 2 points
Assignment 2 Suggested Length: 750 to 1000 words Ethical Theories to Apply for Assignment 2: Golden Rule and Virtue Ethics You are to consider, discuss, and evaluate both ethical theories and then choose the best one on which to base your recommendations. Explain why it is the best choice. You may reuse your facts and issues from Assignment 1. 1. Task You work in the Ethics Department for ABC Company (ABC). Your department is dedicated to advising its employees about their ethical obligations in the corporate setting. You are an internal consultant who provides advice and most importantly, recommendations for action to employees of the firm. All communications you receive in this capacity are confidential. Luke, an employee of ABC, comes to you with the following scenario and asks for your advice. He wants to fully consider the situation. Your task is to advise and recommend a course of action based on the specified ethical lenses and facts as given. Your recommendation must be based on only one of the two ethical theories – not both or a combination of both. In other words, your reasoning must support your choice. Below are the facts that Luke provides to you. ***** Luke has been asked to work on a project that involves developing land recently purchased by ABC to build an adult entertainment retail store. According to the plan, the land is located on the corner of the neighborhood where Owen, Luke’s brother, lives. Luke knows that as soon as the plans for the store are made public, property values for the surrounding neighborhood will decrease significantly. ABC plans to publicly announce the project one month from today.Luke is concerned about his obligations of confidentiality to his company. However, Luke is also very close to Owen, who recently told Luke that he received an offer to sell his house at an “okay” price given the current real estate market. Owen is considering selling but hasn’t made any final decision yet. He wonders if he might get a better offer a few years from now when the real estate market improves. What is the ethical issue, why is this an issue, and what should Luke do about it? ***** For assignment 2, prepare a memo, setting out your analysis and recommendations, that considers ONLY the following two theories: Golden Rule and Virtue Ethics. Choose the best theory on which you base your recommendation and explain why it is the best.
Assignment 4: Estate Planning and Interest Rates Interest rates play a crucial role in shaping estate planning strategies, particularly in techniques that involve time-value-of-money principles. In this assignment, discuss how changing interest rates impact various estate planning strategies. Consider the following techniques in your response: Split Interest Trusts (e.g., Grantor Retained Annuity Trusts (GRATs), Qualified Personal Residence Trusts (QPRTs)) Installment Sales to Irrevocable Trusts Charitable Planning Techniques (e.g., Charitable Lead Trusts (CLTs), Charitable Remainder Trusts (CRTs)) Private Annuities Key Considerations: Impact of High vs. Low Interest Rates: How do rising or falling interest rates affect the success and effectiveness of these strategies? Which strategies benefit from a low interest rate environment? Which strategies perform better in a high interest rate environment? IRS Section 7520 and AFR (Applicable Federal Rate): How does the IRS-set interest rate influence estate planning techniques? What role does the Section 7520 rate play in split-interest trusts and charitable planning? Case Applications: Provide examples or hypothetical scenarios where one strategy would be more beneficial than another based on interest rate conditions. Discuss how advisors might adjust estate planning recommendations in response to changing interest rates. Guidelines for Response: Your response should be structured and analytical, explaining the mechanics of each strategy in relation to interest rate movements. Use examples to illustrate how different rate environments affect outcomes. This assignment will help you understand how macroeconomic factors influence estate planning and wealth transfer strategies.
ASSIGNMENT NUMBER 1 - Law 1 - Business Law - Contracts Chapter 16 The Writing Requirement 1. Read the case Wood Care Centers v. Evangel Temple 2. Watch the youtube video on parol evidence in contracts 3. Explain in your own words the following statements from the case: 1. Wood Care argues the trial court improperly considered parol evidence in its interpretation of the Agreement and that the evidence is legally and factually insufficient to support the trial court's conclusion that Evangel Temple did not breach the Agreement. We affirm. (Note, you must give a definition of parol evidence in your explanation.) 2. The Agreement contained a "ten-percent termination clause" that stated: Tenant, however, shall have the option of terminating this lease at any time by giving Landlord written notice of its election to do so and payment to Landlord of a sum of money equal to 10% of the balance of the rental payments then owed under the terms of this lease. The Agreement also contained a "tax-exemption termination clause" that stated: Both parties agree to cooperate with each other to achieve any available property tax exemption. In the event a property tax exemption for the leased premises is denied or suspended, Tenant shall have the option to terminate this lease. If, notwithstanding, the denial of such property tax exemption, Tenant elects to continue the lease, then Tenant shall be responsible for the payment of all property taxes and assessments and shall timely pay such taxes or assessments. 3. Lack of clarity or a disagreement among the parties does not necessarily create an ambiguity. Rather, whether "a contract is ambiguous is a question of law that must be decided by examining the contract as a whole in light of the circumstances present when the contract was entered." "If, after the pertinent rules of construction are applied, the contract can be given a definite or certain legal meaning, it is unambiguous and we construe it as a matter of law." 4. Who won and why. Post your work in your assignment box. (Remember to number and repeat each of the above statements or questions you are being asked to explain, 1-4. Post your response afterwards.) Each response is worth up to 25 points. Your explanation must be in your own words, do not simply copy the statement or what is in quotations. ASSIGNMENT NUMBER 2 - For this assignment, please read the brief summary of facts and respond to the following questions: Summary of Facts: Evelyn Vollmer orally agreed to loan Danny Lang $150,000 to make an investment in a local nightclub. The loan was to be repaid from the profits received from the investment. Their agreement was never memorialized in writing, however, Lang made payments totaling only $15,000 on the loan from the profits from the business. Vollmer filed a lawsuit alleging breach of contract. Using the information presented in Chapter 16, answer the following questions: 1. Lang claimed that repayment of the loan would "almost certainly" take over a year and that his agreement with Vollmer was therefore unenforceable because it was not in writing. Is he correct? Explain. 2. Suppose that a week after Vollmer gave Lang the funds, she sent him an e-mail containing the terms of their loan agreement with her name typed at the bottom. Lang did not respond to the e-mail. Is this sufficient as a writing under the Statute of Frauds? Why or why not? 3. Assume that at trial the court finds that the contract falls within the Statute of Frauds. Further assume that the State in which the court sits recognizes every exception to the Statute of Frauds discussed in the chapter. What exception provides Vollmer with the best chance of enforcing the oral contract in this situation? (State the exception and how it applies.) Please number and repeat each question followed by your response. Following proper format, along with the substance of your response, is very important in law. Accordingly, failure to do so will result in points being deducted.
