Use the Fact Situation in Q1 to Answer the Related

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Essay

Use the fact situation in Q1 to answer the related question that follows.
Based on the Enron situation,if some form of liability should flow down to the accountants of such corporations,what about the lawyers for such corporations,who not only have a duty to advise against many of the acts committed by such corporations,but who also act for such corporations on transactions that deplete corporate assets when they cannot help but know that the corporation is insolvent or close to insolvency?

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Definitions:

Free Cash Flow

A financial metric that represents the amount of cash a company generates after accounting for capital expenditures used to maintain or expand its asset base.

Corporate Governance

The system of rules, practices, and processes by which a company is directed and controlled, focusing on balancing the interests of stakeholders.

CEO's Ability

Refers to the skills, experience, and leadership qualities that a Chief Executive Officer possesses in managing and guiding a company.

Agency Costs

Expenses that arise from conflicts of interest between management of a company and its shareholders, including costs related to monitoring and aligning interests.