BA 7010: Corporate Law and Social Responsibility

Even though Stella was successful in the courtroom, the majority of the public sided with McDonald's. The media played a large role in the perception of McDonald's as a victim. Was the media's portrayal of the case ethical? Why or why not? Do you think McDonald's should have been found liable? Why or why not?

Even though Ford did not violate a federal safety standards or laws, should it have made the Pinto safer in terms of rear-end collisions, especially regarding the placement of the gas tank? Why or why not? Do you agree with Milton Friedman's view of Ford's cost-benefit analysis? What do you think about the argument made by the young Michael Moore?

What type of questions popped into your head when reviewing the material for this module?