The September Ethical Dilemma: Building Bridges
Engineer Craig is employed by UVW Consultants, a major structural engineering firm, and is acting project manager for the construction of a bridge. After completing his work on the bridge, Craig leaves the firm and associates ...
The August Ethical Dilemma: Board Member Seeking Work
Engineer Heidi serves as a member of the Board of Trustees of a college in a medium-sized city. The US Department of Housing and Urban Development has awarded the city money, and the city has agreed ...
The July Ethical Dilemma: Referral Fees
Engineer Ralph receives an unsolicited letter from a local, medium-sized general contractor. The contractor wishes to associate his firm with Ralph’s engineering firm, wherein he will refer clients to Ralph, and asks ...
The June Ethical Dilemma: Review of Unpaid Work
Engineer Beth is retained by Client X to prepare plans and specifications for the construction of a commercial facility. Beth prepares the plans and specifications and delivers them to Client X, who submits them...
The May Ethical Dilemma: Contempt of Court
Engineer Jude provides forensic engineering services related to the design and manufacture of industrial equipment. Jude is retained by an injured employee in connection with litigation involving the failure ...
The April Ethical Dilemma: Questioning the Competition
An owner is in the process of selecting an engineering firm to perform design services in connection with the construction of a manufacturing facility. The owner employs a qualifications-based selection procedure ...