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Case 2

Mr. Chan, a 29 years old construction site worker, sustains an injury and loses his left arm while working. He needs a prosthesis to replace his arm. Since he lost his arm during work, he would like to receive a high insurance payout by making a claim, if possible. As the cost of a prosthesis can vary from ten thousand to one hundred thousand dollars, advice from physicians and related professionals must be sought. On the one hand, Mr. Chan wants to obtain the most expensive prosthesis. On the other hand, the insurance company wants to pay less so as to cut the cost. So, both parties must try to persuade their own professional experts to give advice supporting their own beliefs and, in turn, influence their professional judgment.

What are the laws and ethical issues which need to be discussed here?