Janet, an administrator at Ballinger, lied to Rachel about an impending merger between Ballinger and another company. While Janet was not legally obligated to inform employees about the merger, she acted unethically by misleading Rachel and cheating her of the truth. As a manager, Janet should have been honest with employees and cultivated trust, as mergers can directly impact workers' livelihoods. The administrators had a moral duty to communicate with employees about the merger so those at risk of losing their jobs could find new positions in time.