Hood vs Uber Tech
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Nicholas Lalla
CoPIs:
Aoife Horan, Fenella Lawrence , John Jacela, Seth Krupa
College:
College of Business and Public Management
Major:
Finance
Faculty Research Advisor(s):
Dawn Adams-Harmon
Abstract:
The case of Michael Hood vs Uber Technologies Inc. stands as a significant emblem of the ethical complexities inherent in contemporary labor practices within the working economy. This research poster strives to scrutinize the ethical dimensions embedded within the case, exploring the multiple issues arising from the classification of workers, their rights, and the ethical responsibilities of technology corporations. Through a thorough examination of the case details and prominent ethical theories, this project aims to illuminate the ethical dilemmas faced by both Uber and its drivers.
Central themes to be addressed include the ethical considerations surrounding the classification of workers as independent contractors, the fair treatment of employees, and the broader socio-economic implications of such labor practices. Drawing upon ethical frameworks such as consequentialism, deontology, and virtue ethics, this research seeks to dissect the ethical reasoning behind the actions and decisions of the involved parties. Additionally, the poster will explore potential ethical guidelines and policy recommendations aimed at fostering a more equitable and sustainable gig economy ecosystem.
By engaging with the Michael Hood vs Uber Technologies Inc. case through an ethical lens, this project works diligently to contribute to understanding of the ethical challenges confronting modern labor patterns. It aims to stimulate discourse and encourage stakeholders to critically reflect on the ethical dimensions of their decisions, with the ultimate goal of fostering a more just, humane, and ethically sound approach to labor relations within the digital age.