Bribery and Extortion

Authors: Pritchard, Michael S.
Publication Type: Case Study
Abstract: Scott Bennett is the engineer assigned to deal with vendors who supply needed parts to the Upscale Company. Larry Newman, sales representative from one of Upscale's regular vendors, offers Scott a chance at a good deal on a condo. I...
Year: 1992
URL: http://www.onlineethics.org/cms/12511.aspx

Authors: Pritchard, Michael S.
Publication Type: Case Study
Abstract: Paul Ledbetter decides to accept hospitality from a vendor in the form of a country club membership. Includes expert commentaries....
Year: 1992
URL: http://www.onlineethics.org/cms/12518.aspx

Authors: Unger, Stephen H.
Publication Type: Journal Article
Secondary Title: Science and Engineering Ethics
Abstract: The author argues against assumption that individuals and organizations doing business in countries where corruption is prevalent should not be expected to adhere to strict standards of ethical practice. The author looks at the univ...
Year: 1998
DOI: 10.1007/s11948-998-0020-3

Authors: Pritchard, Michael S.
Publication Type: Journal Article
Secondary Title: Science and Engineering Ethics
Abstract: The aim of this paper is to clarify the concept of bribery and to do this in a way that reveals its underlying normative features. The author discusses why, even in the situation of bribing a ribing a Nazi guard to allow concentrat...
Year: 1998
DOI: 10.1007/s11948-998-0019-9

Authors: National Academy of Engineering, Online Ethics Center ; National Society of Professional Engineers, Board of Ethical Review ; National Academy of Engineering, Online Ethics Center
Publication Type: Case Study
Abstract: A promotion committee is organized to finance a variety of public works projects by issuing bonds to the public. They don't know, however, if they should allow engineering firms to contribute funds to the promotion fund. Includes re...
Year: 2006
URL: http://onlineethics.org/cms/14291.aspx

Authors: National Academy of Engineering, Online Ethics Center ; National Society of Professional Engineers, Board of Ethical Review
Publication Type: Case Study
Abstract: A pipe company invites engineers to a complimentary educational seminar on the use of its products. This could be compared to perks and gifts given to physicians by drug companies. Includes references to the NSPE Code of Ethics, and...
Year: 2006
URL: http://onlineethics.org/cms/14298.aspx

Authors: National Society of Professional Engineers, Board of Ethical Review ; National Academy of Engineering, Online Ethics Center
Publication Type: Case Study
Abstract: Two Engineers co-own both an engineering firm and a consulting firm called Elecricity Services. Their engineering firm is awarded an assignment by the board of directors of the water plant on the basis of reports and recommendations...
Year: 2006
URL: http://onlineethics.org/cms/14303.aspx

Authors: National Academy of Engineering, Online Ethics Center ; National Society of Professional Engineers, Board of Ethical Review
Publication Type: Case Study
Abstract: Payment for work on a contingency or commission basis is considered by some to undermine the professional standing of engineers, and, in some circumstances, to create a conflict of interest. Others view it as creating an incentive f...
Year: 2006
URL: http://onlineethics.org/cms/14304.aspx

Authors: National Academy of Engineering, Online Ethics Center ; National Society of Professional Engineers, Board of Ethical Review
Publication Type: Case Study
Abstract: This case provides guidelines on what gift-giving practices are acceptable. Includes references to the NSPE Code of Ethics, and a link to the original case brought before NSPE's Board of Ethical Review....
Year: 2006
URL: http://onlineethics.org/cms/14327.aspx

Authors: Locattelli, Paul ; Panetta, Leon
Publication Type: Case Study
Abstract: In desperate need of a tax break for his company, a CEO contemplates a questionable campaign contribution. Includes expert commentary....
Year: 1999
URL: http://www.scu.edu/ethics/dialogue/candc/cases/mrsmith.html

Authors: Shanks, Thomas, S. J.
Publication Type: Case Study
Abstract: How ethics can guide the conduct of a brokerage firm rewarding sales representatives with trips for the sale of a particular fund....
Year: 1998
URL: http://www.scu.edu/ethics/dialogue/candc/cases/diligence.html

Authors: Nadler, Judy
Publication Type: Case Study
Abstract: When a city council member receives a free ticket from a colleague, she assumes it is just a friendly gesture. However, when she arrives at the came, she finds out that she is joining the president of the local cable company in the ...
Year: 2006
URL: http://www.scu.edu/ethics/dialogue/candc/cases/gifts.html

Authors: Nadler, Judy
Publication Type: Case Study
Abstract: The new mayor of a city, who has vowed not to accept any "perks" that come to him because of his political office, is invited to throw the first ball and sit in the VIP box at the opening game of the town baseball team. The owners o...
Year: 2006
URL: http://www.scu.edu/ethics/dialogue/candc/cases/perks.html

Authors: Nadler, Judy
Publication Type: Case Study
Abstract: When what was thought to be lunch with a trusted advisor turns into lunch with a lobbyist, what should the mayor do about the bill?...
Year: 2006
URL: http://www.scu.edu/ethics/dialogue/candc/cases/lobbying.html

Authors: Nadler, Judy
Publication Type: Case Study
Abstract: How do relationships with "old friends" change when someone is elected to public office? A city council member receives two free trips to Las Vegas from an old friend, who just happens to also be a prominent landowner who has a sho...
Year: 2004
URL: http://www.scu.edu/ethics/dialogue/candc/cases/political_relations.html

Authors: Nadler, Judy
Publication Type: Case Study
Abstract: A candidate for city council must decide how frank to be in endorsement interviews....
Year: 2005
URL: http://www.scu.edu/ethics/dialogue/candc/cases/crisis-conscience.html

Authors: Stanford Biodesign, Stanford University
Publication Type: Case Study
Abstract: You are an expert in a special area in engineering, and are a paid consultant for two leading companies in your field. One company, slightly ahead of the other one you advise, has asked you to carry out the clinical testing of thei...
Year: 2007
URL: http://biodesign.stanford.edu/bdn/ethicscases/2conflictallegiance.jsp

Authors: Stanford Biodesign, Stanford University
Publication Type: Case Study
Abstract: You have been invited to attend a special dinner meeting sponsored by a pharmaceutical company while attending a conference. The meeting will be held at one of the best restaurants in the city, and you know the speaker, a fellow phy...
Year: 2007
URL: http://biodesign.stanford.edu/bdn/ethicscases/12invitationtodinner.jsp

Authors: American Physical Society
Publication Type: Case Study
Abstract: A researcher, being paid through a contract, attends a conference at a distant location. He is extremely frugal in his travel arrangements, and finds out when he comes back that there is a possibility of charging a fixed per diem to...
Year: 2009
URL: http://www.aps.org/programs/education/ethics/responsibility/financial.cfm

Authors: Beard, James E. ; Dearman, David T.
Publication Type: Journal Article
Secondary Title: Ethics & Behavior
Abstract: Numerous accounting and economics research studies employ an experimental research method requiring student participants to make representations about an individual characteristic (e.g., ability, cost) that provides a basis for paym...
Year: 2009
URL: http://www.ethicslibrary.org/resources/159/
DOI: 10.1080/10508420802623674

Authors: Odusami, K. T. ; Ameh, O. J.
Publication Type: Journal Article
Secondary Title: Journal of Professional Issues in Engineering Education & Practice
Abstract: Following the growing consensus within and outside the Nigerian construction industry that corruption and other unethical practices are endemic in the industry, coupled with scarce empirical study on professional ethics in the indus...
Year: 2010
DOI: 10.1061/(asce)1052-3928(2010)136:1(9)

Publication Type: Case Study
Abstract: An engineering consultant who is working for Mark, an Engineer, offers him the use of his family's beach house in Florida for an upcoming trip. ...
Year: 2009
URL: http://www.youtube.com/user/enggethics#p/u/3/vpmszJr6JeU

Publication Type: Case Study
Abstract: This case study by students from Kansas State University involves an engineer traveling to observe testing conducted by a contractor. The project is paying for the government representative and the contractors are trying to give the...
Year: 2008
URL: http://www.youtube.com/user/enggethics#p/u/13/o4Wr2Gjlq0Q

Publication Type: Case Study
Abstract: In this case study by students of Kansas State University, an engineer receives a set of tickets in the mail from a company he is a consultant with. His friend, who has been wanting to buy tickets to this event, pressures him to go...
Year: 2009
URL: http://www.youtube.com/user/enggethics#p/u/4/M54N8Ku7kgQ

Authors: Carvajal, Doreen
Publication Type: Case Study
Abstract: Journalists routinely court news sources over lunch, dinner or drinks. Is there a difference in giving money to try and earn the confidence of a drug user when you are doing a report on the subject?...
Year: 1990
URL: http://journalism.indiana.edu/resources/ethics/getting-the-story/rules-arent-neat-on-crack-street/