This is the case of a small town where a factory is located. The factory makes parts of wetsuits, and a chemical is released during this process. The EPA has labeled the chemical as a "likely carcinogen" and has recommendations for threshold limits on emissions. However, recommendations are not yet laws and are therefore only optional, legally speaking. Residents have seen increased rates of various diseases and especially cancers. Multiple lawsuits have been filed, but the interesting fact here is that they are seeking to have the plant lower emissions. The main goal of the citizens is not to shut the plant down. The plant is good for the local economy and provides necessary jobs. The citizens want the plant to install more emissions controls to comply with the EPA recommendations.

Should the business install the costly upgrades to reduce emissions? Are they responsible for the diseases of those who choose to live in that area? Should they comply with regulations when they are not legally required to?