Business ethics

Ericsson Estimates Costs for Resolving Investigations by U.S. Authorities at SEK 12 b. and Makes Provision in Third Quarter

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Thursday, September 26, 2019
Applied ethics, Business ethics

The company previously communicated that the resolution of the investigations will result in material financial and other measures.

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  • The company previously communicated that the resolution of the investigations will result in material financial and other measures.
  • The provision will be booked as Other Operating Expenses in the income statement of Segment Emerging Business and Other.
  • In the course of the investigations, the Company identified breaches of its Code of Business Ethics and the FCPA.
  • In addition to the estimated costs related to resolving the investigations, Ericsson could experience reputational harm and other negative consequences as a result of these matters.

Ericsson Estimates Costs for Resolving Investigations by U.S. Authorities at SEK 12 b. and Makes Provision in Third Quarter

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Thursday, September 26, 2019
Applied ethics, Business ethics

The company previously communicated that the resolution of the investigations will result in material financial and other measures.

Key Points: 
  • The company previously communicated that the resolution of the investigations will result in material financial and other measures.
  • The provision will be booked as Other Operating Expenses in the income statement of Segment Emerging Business and Other.
  • In the course of the investigations, the Company identified breaches of its Code of Business Ethics and the FCPA.
  • In addition to the estimated costs related to resolving the investigations, Ericsson could experience reputational harm and other negative consequences as a result of these matters.

Fordham Law School Launches Online Master’s Program in Corporate Compliance

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Tuesday, September 10, 2019
Public policy, Government, Courts, Law enforcement, Emergency services, Legal, Small business, Insurance, Human resources, Finance, Consulting, Banking, Accounting, Professional services, Other Education, Continuing, Education, Articles, Fordham University School of Law, Upper West Side, Applied ethics, Master of Studies in Law, Ethics, Business ethics, Regulatory compliance, Academia, Jurisprudence, Frank E. Sheeder III

Fordham Law School announced today that it has launched an online version of its Master of Studies in Law (MSL) in Corporate Compliance program.

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  • Fordham Law School announced today that it has launched an online version of its Master of Studies in Law (MSL) in Corporate Compliance program.
  • Fordham was one of the first law schools to offer a masters in corporate compliance when it began the program in 2016 and is one of the top-ranked law schools to offer a compliance masters program online.
  • There is growing demand for compliance education, and now the law schools exceptional faculty and many compliance offerings are available to people throughout the world.
  • Fordham Law School has a long tradition of promoting ethics and integrity and is committed to using the law to influence better business practices.

Diamondback Energy, Inc. Releases 2019 Corporate Responsibility Report

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Friday, August 23, 2019
Ethics, Articles, Contents, Applied ethics, Diamondback, Corporate social responsibility, Business ethics, Stakeholder

MIDLAND, Texas, Aug. 23, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Diamondback Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ: FANG) (Diamondback), today released its 2019 Corporate Responsibility Report.

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  • MIDLAND, Texas, Aug. 23, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Diamondback Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ: FANG) (Diamondback), today released its 2019 Corporate Responsibility Report.
  • The online report outlines Diamondbacks commitment to environmental responsibility, managing and reducing risks, governance and business ethics, and our commitment to our people and communities.
  • At Diamondback, we recognize that responsible practices are critical to the economic and social environments in which we live and operate.
  • In determining the content of this report, we reviewed industry practices, conducted research, undertook peer benchmarking and engaged with stakeholders.

Primoris Services Corporation Publishes Sustainability Report

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Tuesday, August 6, 2019
Articles, Applied ethics, Environmentalism, Corporate governance, Corporate law, Management, Records management, Primoris Services Corporation, Business ethics, Sustainability

DALLAS, Aug. 05, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Primoris Services Corporation (NASDAQ Global Select: PRIM) (Primoris or Company) today announced that it has released its first Sustainability Report.

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  • DALLAS, Aug. 05, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Primoris Services Corporation (NASDAQ Global Select: PRIM) (Primoris or Company) today announced that it has released its first Sustainability Report.
  • The report emphasizes Primoris commitment to strong corporate governance, highlighting recent updates to our corporate governance practices.
  • The report also includes information about the Companys current environmental and social policies, as well as corporate goals to help us benchmark our progress as we strive to enhance our sustainability practices.
  • In addition to the Sustainability Report, Primoris has recent published its Corporate Governance Guidelines and Code of Ethics.

Minister Lebouthillier welcomes the positive vote on the new collective agreement between the Canada Revenue Agency and the Professional Institute of the Public Service of Canada

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Friday, August 2, 2019
Labor relations, Labor, Industrial relations, Collective bargaining, Business ethics, Collective agreement, Diane Lebouthillier

In collective bargaining, it is essential that all parties involved work together in the best interest of all Canadians and employees.

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  • In collective bargaining, it is essential that all parties involved work together in the best interest of all Canadians and employees.
  • Given these favourable vote results, the tentative agreement will become the new collective agreement for the PIPSC-AFS Group, once it is signed.
  • I am pleased that these efforts have led to positive vote results and this new collective agreement between the CRA and the PIPSC-AFS Group.
  • - The Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of National Revenue
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One Day Reputation & Crisis Strategy Summit (New York, United States - December 4, 2019) - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Friday, July 26, 2019
Communications, Public relations, Investor relations, Academic disciplines, Articles, Communication studies, Reputation management, Business ethics, Actuarial science, Moral psychology, Reputation, Crisis communication, Risk management, Public relations

More than ever a company's character, beyond its financial performance and reputation, determines its place in business and society.

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  • More than ever a company's character, beyond its financial performance and reputation, determines its place in business and society.
  • This summit gives attendees the opportunity to hear from organizations on how they have responded to a range of reputational threats.
  • Take away best practices and valuable lessons in reputation and risk management to ensure that your business can plan and respond to any eventuality.
  • The Reputation & Crisis Strategy Summit equips attendees to pre-empt, plan for, manage and measure the impact of their crisis communications to ultimately turn bad press into a good result.

Robert Half Recognized By Professional Woman's Magazine As Best Of The Best In Employer, Supplier Diversity Categories

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Friday, July 26, 2019
Identity politics, Human behavior, Articles, Humans, Applied ethics, Robert Half International, Equal opportunity, Diversity, Business ethics

The lists were compiled from market and independent research, diversity conference participation and survey responses.

Key Points: 
  • The lists were compiled from market and independent research, diversity conference participation and survey responses.
  • "At Robert Half, we're committed to equal opportunity and to creating an inclusive workplace.
  • We have a long history of promoting ethical and fair business practices," said Lynne Smith, senior vice president of human resources for Robert Half.
  • Robert Half has staffing and consulting operations in more than 400 locations worldwide and offers job search services at roberthalf.com .

Halfaker and Associates, LLC, Recieves Great Place to Work Certification

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Tuesday, July 23, 2019
Applied ethics, Business ethics, Workplace

Great Place to Work is the global authority on workplace culture, employee experience and the leadership behaviors proven to deliver market-leading revenue and increased innovation.

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  • Great Place to Work is the global authority on workplace culture, employee experience and the leadership behaviors proven to deliver market-leading revenue and increased innovation.
  • The results were gathered using validated employee feedback collected with Great Place to Work's rigorous, data driven For All methodology.
  • Overall 90% of employees say Halfaker is a great place to work, while 93% agree that management is honest and ethical in its business practices.
  • "We congratulate Halfaker, on their Certification," said Sarah Lewis-Kulin, Vice President of Best Workplace ListResearch at Great Place to Work.

National Research Conducted by Public Rights Project Reveals Many Americans are Victims of Corporate Wage Theft, Predatory Lending, other Abuses

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Tuesday, July 16, 2019
Human rights abuses, Applied ethics, Abuse, Business ethics, PRNP

Public Rights Project (PRP) commissioned the research to obtain more data on how people are harmed by illegal business practices and to dig deeper into why people are reluctant to report abuses.

Key Points: 
  • Public Rights Project (PRP) commissioned the research to obtain more data on how people are harmed by illegal business practices and to dig deeper into why people are reluctant to report abuses.
  • "This study shows how prevalent corporate abuse remains despite strong laws on the books," said Jill Habig, founder and president of PRP.
  • "The research provides a sobering snapshot of corporate abuse in people's everyday lives and the need for enforcement to hold corporations accountable.
  • PRP's research also underscores the opportunity for prosecutors and other government leaders who address corporate abuse.