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Role Of The United States Constitution

Law is a significant factor in the successful function of both business and society. Laws promote social justice, which leads to a society that runs efficiently (Cheeseman, 2007). Laws also shape morality and ethical standards, while providing rules of conduct, procedures to enforce those rules, and a way for settling disputes. Additionally, laws are in place to provide a basis for compromise, maximize individual freedom, facilitate planning and change, maintain the current state of affairs, and keeping the peace (Cheeseman, 2007). “It is important to note that without laws to govern the actions of people and businesses, society would not be able to function effectively, and commerce would likely collapse” (Bushman, 2007 para. 1). The United States Constitution, the supreme law of the land (Cheeseman, 2007), defines the law of the United States government by the established three branches of government: the legislative branch, which makes the laws; the executive branch, which enforces the laws; and the judicial branch, which interprets and validates the laws. In addition to the constitution, modern law includes treaties, statutes, ordinances, and executive orders. Not only does modern law protect people, but it protects businesses as well. This scholarly writer will provide an example of how a constitutional right affects business and how the legal system is used to recognize and protect that right.
Each organization has the responsibility to respect individuals’ rights in his or her function, which is the reason many organizations employ a code of conduct. A code of conduct represents the policies and procedures set for the organization and its employees. All individuals have the constitutional right to freedom of speech, the right to privacy, freedom of association and freedom of religion. These rights have to be upheld no matter what managers, supervisors, or coworkers feel. For example, at Gulfstream Brett worked for the company for several years in the...