Question

Frederick is a student at Central Fictional State University (CFSU), and he has a great idea for a new business invention. Frederick's invention and the business that he plans to found based on it will absolutely revolutionize the market and will make him very rich. He decides to share his idea with a few trusted professors, and he even uses the idea in a research project for one of his classes.

While Frederick is at home over summer break, he discovers, much to his dismay, that his professors have stolen his idea and have opened a business marketing his new invention. Frederick immediately seeks the advice of the local lawyer who has a reputation for being a "scorched-earth" litigator. He advises Frederick that he should sue “those professors for everything they've got." Frederick, however, is not sure if he should file an aggressive lawsuit, or if there is a better way to proceed.   

Frederick knows that your business recently completed mediation to settle a lawsuit filed by one of your suppliers. He comes to you for advice on how to proceed. What is your answer to Frederick? In your response, consider whether the decision to file suit or to proceed through some form of alternative dispute resolution is affected by the previous relationship with the professors (can/should you sue a friend, how will the decision impact an ongoing relationship, etc.). Also, what role could Frederick’s faith play in his decision?

Refer to the Assignment Instructions folder of the course for general directions and grading rubrics for Discussion Boards, including requirements for word length, scholarly sources, and integration of a Biblical worldview.

Use the words "Lawsuit" or "ADR" in the subject line of your thread to reflect your conclusion. Do not use attachments, as these are cumbersome and inhibit the discussion process.

Note that replies must be posted on different days. At least 1 of your replies must be to a person who has reached the conclusion opposite of your own thread.

Suggested Readings:

Szto, M. C. (2001). Lawyers as hired doves: Lessons from the Sermon on the Mount. Cumberland Law Review, 31, 27-46. (This article is available through the Jerry Falwell Library, using the JFL Library tab in Blackboard, in both the LexisNexis Academic and HeinOnline databases.)

Proverbs 17:14, 20:3, 25:8–10; Matthew 5:25–26, 38–42; Matthew 18:15-17; 1 Corinthians 6:1–8 (For these passages, you should consult some trusted exegetical commentaries, many of which may be found on www.ccel.org.)

Answer 1

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EXPLANATION:

Frederick was obviously the object of wrongdoing in this case study. This idea, stolen by his teachers, was described by Frederick in a research paper. This can be a way through which his professors can be pursued legal action. If he can file a lawsuit, he now faces a difficult decision as to whether or not to sue his teacher. Following a thorough analysis of the issue, Frederick also has to determine whether to follow the advice of his local lawyer to sue his teachers not only for his failure but also for all their own. We are called to love God as Christians and to love others as us.

Would you sue anyone while you live on this order of love? Is it possible? In writing to the church in Corinth, Paul reprimands the church for suing each other and particularly for using secular judges to deceive even their brothers and sisters in Christ. Frederick considers to sue a non-Christian in this case. In the Sermon on the Mountain, Jesus tells us that "when someone slaps you, offer the other cheek."

There are different views on how we do this. I identify with Calvin and Martin Luther, who supported claims that were lovingly and fairly brought by Christians. Frederick would approach his professors first and attempt without the legal system to solve the issue.If further steps are needed, Frederick is not to take vengeance, but to sue his teachers in a way that demonstrates the love of Christ. Like his local lawyer, he could just sue for that which was taken from him. He must not try to deceive his teachers, but forgive them for their misconduct. In this respect, I believe that Frederick is acting to allow the love and mercy of Christ to be appreciated by both his professors and his lawyer.

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