Joe Is an Environmental Activist and He Acquired Shares in MacMillan

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Joe is an environmental activist and he acquired shares in MacMillan Bloedel (a forestry corporation),only for the purpose of undermining MacMillan Bloedel,speaking against their practices at annual shareholders' meetings,and getting access to confidential information.Joe spoke against MacMillan Bloedel at every opportunity.Explain his legal obligations to the corporation under these circumstances.

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Definitions:

Cost Center

A division within an organization that does not directly add to profit but still incurs costs, such as a research and development department.

Maintenance Department

A division within an organization responsible for the upkeep, repair, and servicing of equipment and facilities.

Direct Expense

Expenses that can be directly attributed to the production of goods or services, such as raw materials and labor costs.

Profit Center

A profit center is a branch or division of a company that is responsible for generating its own revenue and profit, evaluated independently.