Legal and Ethical Issues in the Workplace

Laws have been around for centuries. They were established to protect individuals, maintain order, and set standards. In the workplace, guidelines and laws are needed so that business owners are not tempted to create products that harm the environment, take advantage of consumers, treat employees unfairly, and breach contracts made with manufacturers. As you gain employment with businesses, make sure to familiarize yourself with the policies and regulations of the company. Many employers will provide employees with a Code of Ethics which details the mission and values of the business.

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In this module, we will study the following topics:

Ethically Speaking: Businesses must make decisions daily for the well-being of the business. These decisions are based on experiences and values of the company and the people that are in charge of making decisions.

Keep it Confidential: There are times when someone violates confidential laws without intending to do so. Learn more about how to avoid violating these laws.

Integrity Matters: Why does integrity matter in the workplace? Or how about in life? Doing the right thing when no one is watching is what integrity is about.

Consequences of Communication Violations: Communicating ethically is an important responsibility. Violations of communication can be very serious and have far-reaching consequences.

Communication Legacy: Using the Internet and social media leaves a digital footprint by the user. People begin using these digital resources at a very young age and it is important to understand that it is much better to leave a positive footprint and not a negative one!

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