The statement "Ethics and laws are aligned but not always, sometimes the manner in which we

act is a matter of law and sometimes the manner in which we act is a matter of ethics" Ethics and law
both address similar issues, it has been said that the relationship of ethics and law considers conscience
to be the guardian in the individual for the rules which the community has evolved for its own
preservation. In general, laws and regulations are enacted to establish standards of behavior that
benefit the public good while also protecting individual rights. They establish clear boundaries for
acceptable and unacceptable behavior, and violations can result in legal consequences such as fines,
imprisonment, or other penalties. However, ethics are moral principles that guide individuals and
organizations in their decision-making and behavior. They are essential for building trust and
maintaining relationships with others.