The Legal Environment of Business: Text and Cases (MindTap Course List)
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Case summary: The small toxic labs (STLs) located in homes, tent, or hotel rooms make an addictive drug M. The manufacturing of the same has resulted in various explosions, toxic fumes, and burns. These STLs are often destroyed by government entities. The various meth dealers are arrested, the addicts are treated, and services are provided to the affected families. The main ingredient of Meth is also used in medications for allergies and cold. A suit was filed against the company P that has a business of manufacturing medications for allergies and cold.
To find: The ethical responsibility of company P in the above situation.
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