Deontological vs. Teleological Ethical Systems Deontological ethical systems are concerned with the nature of an action that is being judged. If the action is considered to be inherently good, even if the action has bad consequences than it can be defined as good. Deontological ethical systems include ethical formalism, religion, and natural law (Pollock, 2004). ...
In the view of 18th-century German philosopher Immanuel Kant (1724 – 1804), all individuals possess a “rational free will” and are capable of recognizing the three pillars of morality — God, freedom, and immortality — and acting accordingly with them. Kant recognizes that every intended deed is purposeful and selected by its commissioner. According to ...
Landlords often face this difficult question: should you allow cosigners for your rental property? A cosigner is a person who will not be living in the dwelling, but who agrees to pay the rent on the property if the tenant finds him- or herself short on funds. In some states, a cosigner is called a ...
In society’s search for the reasons behind why individuals commit crime, there have been many theories. These theories, while still only theories, along with advancements in technology and a scientific approach to evidence collection, have led to the development of a structured approach to understanding crime in general and serial killers in particular. This approach ...
My husband was recently given a flyer by his employer detailing a new service that the Florida Bar has approved and put into service. It is called Florida Call -A-Law. It is backed by the American Bar Association and funded in part by the American Bar also. The service offers a collection of recorded messages, ...
The process of becoming a doctor is long and grueling but the journey can be very rewarding. Few professions have the ability to make such a large difference in the lives of others as physicians. In our society they are rewarded with both respect and good salaries for their hard work and dedication to curing ...
Hawaii has a State Building Code Council that creates a statewide building code. All construction-related individuals and companies need to be aware of how to easily find this set of state building codes. Those who are bound by the codes can then refer to them for compliance questions and problems. Step 1: Learn how state ...
Don Ho died recently in Honolulu, his death devastating everyone in Hawaii who loved and appreciated him. But no one mourned him harder than his daughter, Dayna Ho Henry, who had cared for Don Ho in his last days. Within a week, she had also died. As hard as that was for the family, the ...
Every landlord needs paperwork, and in the old days, that meant a great expense at an office supply store. Now there are sites which offer all the paperwork you’ll ever need – and it’s printable. A rental agreement is a must for any landlord. And not any old rental agreement will do, either. It’s important ...
What is ethics? When do we cross the line between right and wrong and who determines when that line is crossed? Ethics can be defined as moral philosophy. It is basically “the discipline concerned with what is morally good and bad, right and wrong. The term is also applied to any system or theory of ...
