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Business Law, Public Responsibility, and Ethics

Helen LaVan

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An Ethical Analysis Of The Second Amendment: The Right To Pack Heat At Work, William Martin, Helen Lavan, Yvette Lopez, Charles Naquin, Marsha Katz Dec 2013

An Ethical Analysis Of The Second Amendment: The Right To Pack Heat At Work, William Martin, Helen Lavan, Yvette Lopez, Charles Naquin, Marsha Katz

Helen LaVan

We examine the issues concerning the legality and ethicalityof the Second Amendment right to bear arms balanced by the employer’s duty to provide a safe workplace for its employees. Two court rulings highlight this balancing act: McDonald et al. v. City of Chicago et al. and District of Columbia v. Heller. “Stand Your Ground” and “Castle Doctrine” laws in the recent Traven Martin shooting on February 26, 2012 are also applicable. Various ethical frameworks examine the firearms debate by viewing the Second Amendment from three perspectives. These include a pro-gun perspective drawing upon libertarianism and fundamental rights; a moderate gun …


Whistleblowing In Organizations: A Logit Analysis Of Litigated Cases, Yvette P. Lopez, Helen Lavan, Marsha Katz Dec 2013

Whistleblowing In Organizations: A Logit Analysis Of Litigated Cases, Yvette P. Lopez, Helen Lavan, Marsha Katz

Helen LaVan

This study examines the issue of whistleblowing in organizations. As suggested by the literature, a variety of legal protections and issues were examined to predict case outcomes in future litigation by individuals who engage in the act of whistleblowing. We used chi square analyses and a logit model to predict when an individual plaintiff would prevail, and the results indicate that case characteristics including discrimination laws, safety behavior, sexual harassment, and refusal to participate in illegal activities are significant predictors. The odds of a finding in favor of the employee increase with the presence of these particular case characteristics. Our …


The Public Sector Manager As A Bully: Analysis Of Litigated Cases, Helen Lavan, Marsha Katz, Michael Jedel Dec 2010

The Public Sector Manager As A Bully: Analysis Of Litigated Cases, Helen Lavan, Marsha Katz, Michael Jedel

Helen LaVan

No abstract provided.


An Analysis Of Factors Present In Challenged And Vacated Labor And Employment Arbitration Awards, Michael Jedel, Helen Lavan, Robert Perkovich Dec 2007

An Analysis Of Factors Present In Challenged And Vacated Labor And Employment Arbitration Awards, Michael Jedel, Helen Lavan, Robert Perkovich

Helen LaVan

No abstract provided.


Legal Protection From Discrimination Based On Sexual Orientation: Findings From Litigation, Helen Lavan, Marsha Katz Dec 2003

Legal Protection From Discrimination Based On Sexual Orientation: Findings From Litigation, Helen Lavan, Marsha Katz

Helen LaVan

No abstract provided.