PHI 2397 Lecture Notes - Lecture 1: Ronald Dworkin, Social Contract
25 Jul 2018
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Social contract theorists argue that certain rights are ours because we have done something to acquire those rights. Ronald dworkin argues that rights, when they are applicable, should count more than social well-being. He values the respect for individuals and believes that violating people"s rights is always an injustice. (pg 49) According to strict liability answer, the manufacturer is responsible for all harm resulting from a dangerously defective product even when due care has been exercised and all contracts observed. (pg 132) (boatright 305) Who better can afford to compensate for injuries than the company (i. e. , its insurance company, meaning its premium-paying policyholders), and to incentive: it will motivate companies to be extra safe. (pg 132) Topics - animal rights, justices, employee rights, work/product safety, advertisement,
