Introduction
Crichton’s book contains instances of professional derelictions. This is especially evident in chapter three where Barry Sindler interviews Richard Diehl. Instances of dishonesty and greed for money are mentioned severally in the chapter. For instance, Sindler is portrayed as unprofessional in his ways of discharging duties. Furthermore, he is referred to as unprincipled, ruthless, self-aggrandizing, unscrupulous, and publicity-hungry lawyer, among other undignified titles. Similarly, the doctor (Dr. Diehl) is portrayed as one who intends to forge results in order to victimize his wife. In essence, the chapter contains numerous instances of professional vices, corruption, and selfishness. Ethical considerations are thwarted throughout the chapter. This paper will discuss ethical consequences of professional malpractices in careers (Andrews 10).
Ethical consequences of dishonesty by professionals
Chapter three recounts a discussion between Mr. Sindler and his client, Dr. Richard Diehl. The author presents Sindler as an unscrupulous Lawyer who thinks about ways of deceiving his clients for extra cash. Moreover, he is more concerned with publicity than his work. This presents a very bad image of lawyers with such intentions. Moreover, it proves the fact that some lawyers are more than willing to deny justice for money. Corruption is therefore rampant throughout the chapter with deceit and greediness mentioned profoundly. The author also mentions how Sindler delays motions to force clients into caving in, which results in more remuneration. He spends lavishly and enjoys being mentioned in social circles as a ruthless lawyer. Diehl is also willing to forge results to ensure that his wife is victimized in their divorce case. This chapter brings together two people who are willing to act unethically to achieve their goals. Characters in this chapter; therefore, ignore professional ethics (Crichton 45).
Ethical consequences of dishonesty are numerous. These include denial of justice to citizens, victimization, eroding of societal gains, and forgery, among others. In essence, dishonesty brings about numerous consequences, which are incriminating by law. Sindler and his client are good examples of people who misuse their jurisdictions to serve injustice to their victims. These acts erode the principles of ethics in professionals. In fact, such acts can lead to a vicious society in which the innocent are swindled throughout their lives. Such societies are unsustainable and can lead to violence and instability. Moreover, organizational cultures in such areas can be dangerous to new entrants. Ethics is abused throughout the chapter as the characters plan how to reap from their victims. It can also be noted that Sindler plans to swindle his client Diehl even though they plan to victimize the latter’s wife. Ethical responsibilities are therefore eroded in the chapter. This portrays a bad society. However, it also gives viewers the concerns that surround different careers. Such societies can heap upheavals on innocent citizens by denying them justice (Mueller 51).
Conclusion
The third chapter of Crichton’s book contains numerous instances of ethical mischief. In fact, it brings to question the motives behind different divorce cases presented to judges around the world. Sindler is branded as an unscrupulous, ruthless, and unprincipled lawyer, among other titles. In addition, Dr. Diehl is portrayed as a cheat. He plans to forge his wife’s results as well as his own. This shows how ethical considerations are important in careers. It also shows that moralities are essential in professionalism to ensure justice is served. Moreover, strict ethical standards are necessary to avert such consequences. The book is therefore essential in raising ethical consequences of unprofessionalism (Morange 22).
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