Please refer to the case, "Death at Massey Energy Company," at p. 450 of your textbook. Relying only on the facts described in the case, determine if Massey's management is morally responsible for the deaths of the 29 miners. Make your determination in light of the theories we have studied in class: Utilitarianism, Rights, Justice, Caring and Virtue. Conclude by presenting your own judgment of the issue and your estimation of which theory was most appropriate for this problem. State your reasons for your judgment and estimation.
A. Cover Page (Name, UCOR 2910, Summer Quarter 2013) - 1 page
B. Introduction (identifying the key facts and issues in the case) (1-3 pages) 3-pts
C. Utilitarianism (1-3 pages) - 10 pts
D. Rights (1-3 pages) - 10 pts
E. Justice (1-3 pages) - 10 pts
F. Caring (1-3 pages) - 10 pts
G. Virtue (1-3 pages) - 10 pts
H. Conclusion (present your own judgment about Massey's management and identify which theory was most useful for analyzing the case and state your reasons for your conclusions) (1-3 pages)
a. Judgment - 4 pts
b. Usefulness - 3 pts