A Company Has Been Sued for Damages as a Result

question 49

Essay

A company has been sued for damages as a result of illness caused to local residents due to the emission of highly toxic chemicals from its plant.The company's legal firm advises that it is probable that the company will lose the suit and that it probably will result in a judgment of $2 million to $10 million in damages.However, the legal firm believes that the most probable amount o the loss will be $6 million, and that the suit will be terminated about three years hence.The company has no other lawsuits pending.
(a)Should the company disclose this event in the year the suit was filed? (check one)No;
________ Note only; A loss in the income statement.
(b)If a loss should be reported, give the journal entry required:

Distinguish between different types of cancer based on tissue origin.

Recognize the diagnostic methods and their respective uses in oncology and immune disorders.

Identify treatments and their functions within oncology.

Understand the role and function of various antibodies in the immune response.

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Definitions:

PDCA Cycle

A method used in business for continuous improvement, consisting of four phases: Plan, Do, Check, Act.

Action Map

A plan or strategy outlining specific actions required to achieve a particular goal or outcome.

Alternatives

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Nominal Group

A group technique involving structured small-group discussion to generate and prioritize ideas or solutions.