Assume That You Are Working to Prepare Mr

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Essay

Assume that you are working to prepare Mr. Hart for his deposition by Ms. Forrester's attorney. Mr.
Hart says that he is unsure about the road conditions at the time of the accident. You and the attorney know that it works against Hart to appear unsure about important facts.
a. The attorney says to Hart, "It's best not to be unsure and, after all, the road was not very icy." Are there any ethical concerns?

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Definitions:

Gender Management Strategy

Techniques or strategies employed to navigate or conform to societal expectations of gender roles and presentation.

Backlash

A strong negative reaction by a large number of people, especially to social or political change.

Gender Norms

Societal expectations and behaviors considered appropriate for individuals based on their perceived sex, influencing roles, actions, and self-perceptions.

Benevolent Sexism

A form of sexism that is couched in terms of positive attitudes and actions that ostensibly promote women's well-being but in fact support traditional gender roles and perpetuate gender inequalities.