The Distinction between Ethical Behavior and Legally Compliant Behavior for Both Individuals and for Businesses

The Distinction between Ethical Behavior and Legally Compliant Behavior for Both Individuals and for Businesses.

Instructions: Draft an essay paper with a minimum of 3 full paragraphs, setting forth the above. Provide a clear contrast between Individuals and Businesses exhibiting ethical and unethical behavior. Explain how – while they may be in conformance with legal requirements – they may not be behaving ethically based upon your definition of ethics. Provide an example demonstrating this. Please make sure you have an introduction and conclusion.

Extra Credit – Importance of Ethics

25 Points Maximum (dependent on quality/depth of answer)

3 Paragraphs Minimum

Explain how both individuals and institutions can be viewed as ethical or unethical. Give an example of each.
Explain how law and ethics are different, and why a good reputation can be more important than legal compliance.