Answer to Question #23648 in Sociology for Esther

Question

Is it possible for communication to convey a message that is legal, but ethically wrong?

Answer 1

Sometimes people face situations& in which communication can be legal, but ethically wrong. Psychologically it is difficult to face such situations and participate in suchlike communication. Nevertheless, everyone can experience it in his or her life. Ethically wrong to tell a person about the death sentence or incurable disease.
When talking about communication, one should take into consideration that telling a lie is always ethically wrong, however in most of cases it is legal. Of course, there is nothing criminal or illegal in breaking promises. Nevertheless, it is ethically asbolutely wrong. Any type of cheating is also ethically wrong, though by law only serious cheating is considered to be both ethically and legally wrong. If& there is a wish to lead legal and ethical communication, one should follow the unwritten moralities. &