HU 245 Unit 8 Assignment

Unit 8 Assignment

Should Allen Lopez be allowed to keep his job with ExtremeNet? Support your answer using ethical theory.

I feel Allen should be allowed to keep his job because since Allen’s expression of speech was done about a personal matter within the workplace, he can claim rights under the 1st amendment, which gives him the freedom of speech that people shall not be deprived their right to speak, write, or publish their sentiments. And if he gets terminated there could be a possible Civil Rights case. This ethical theory would fall under the Utilitarianism theory.

Should ExtremeNet attempt a lawsuit to force the removal of this website? Support your answer using ethical theory.

No, I do not think ExtremeNet should attempt to force the removal of his website because it will be unethical to have Allen remove his website due to his civil rights of the freedom of speech. Allen’s right to freedom of speech can only be justified if his speech is in relation to public concern. Since Allen’s expression of speech was done about a personal matter within the workplace, he cannot claim rights under the 1st amendment.

How can ExtremeNet’s leadership best respect the rights of Allen Lopez and ExtremeNet? Explain the impact of your ethical decision on Allen Lopez and the company.

How can ExtremeNet’s leadership best repair the relationship between management and employees while meeting the needs and goals of the company? Demonstrate an understanding of the issues and how to best unify the company to move forward. 

1. Allen, as an employee, has a right to bring forth information regarding discrimination in his work environment. Allen did not indicate in his website, his employers directly, therefore there is no proof of wrong doing. Slander cannot even be claimed, unless Allen’s writings were untrue of his employer. Firing Allen Lopez would be considered a form of retaliation for him coming forth with problems in his work environment.

ExtremeNet leadership can best repair the relationship & employees by being more active with employees concerns & input on certain situations. Management needs to communicate with the employees, have surveys, be proactive, and get commitments to ensure this situation would not happen again.