Conflict of Interest

A classic, yet subtle case of conflict of interest. Nobody here is trying to do anything unethical, it’s just one friend helping out another.

Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA)

A promotion brings new responsibilities in a new country. How do you reconcile “business as usual” in another country with the laws of business in the United States?

Misuse of Assets

Everyone could use a little extra money. Since it’s after hours, it seems like it would be OK to use company computers to run a small side business.

Retaliation

Retaliation is one of the most prevalent violations in the workplace. An employee may want to do the right thing but fear can keep them from doing it.

Intellectual Property

All an employee needs for a “killer” presentation is a couple of video clips and some music. That sounds like a good idea and, with the internet, it’s simple to do.

Quality Reporting

Product quality it a top concern for every business. That's why the accurate reporting of quality issues is so important, regardless of other financial or political factors.

Gifts and Gratuities

Everyone is looking to get new business. It’s how we stay in business. The trap is in how we try to land that new customer, or how a salesperson tries to land you.

Competitive Information

We all want an edge in business. A seemingly harmless way to get that edge might be to visit a competitor’s booth at an industry trade show.