Team Instructions: Divide the Class into Teams of Three or Four

question 137

Essay

Team Instructions: Divide the class into teams of three or four people.Each team member should work the following problem separately outside of class.Then give the students time in class to compare answers with their teammates and put together a final correct copy of the problem.Each team should turn in only one copy of the problem for grading.All team members will receive the same grade.
Search the internet for information about the WorldCom Inc.fraud in 2002.With your group,write a brief description of the fraud and discuss the ethical issue.

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Definitions:

Actual Malice

A standard of proof in libel and defamation law showing that the person made a statement with knowledge of its falsity or reckless disregard for the truth.

Defamation Case

A legal claim involving the making of false statements about someone, resulting in damage to that person's reputation.

Public Figures

Individuals who have gained prominence or notoriety in the community, making their actions and character of greater public interest and scrutiny.

Burden of Proof

The burden of proof is the obligation of a party in a legal case to prove their claims or allegations are true with sufficient evidence.