It is the desire of LocalBenefits.com, to provide the consumers in our communities with reputable and ethical businesses from which to shop. We want our consumers to feel comfortable doing business with our members. The integrity of the entire association rests with the conduct of each of its members. Therefore, Commitment to ethical professional conduct is expected of every member of LocalBenefits.com.

This Code identifies the elements of such a commitment. 

1. GENERAL MORAL IMPERATIVES.

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1.1    Contribute to society and human well-being.

1.2    Avoid harm to others.

1.3    Be honest and trustworthy.

1.4    Be fair and take action not to discriminate.

2. MORE SPECIFIC PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES.

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2.1    Strive to achieve the highest quality, effectiveness and dignity in both the process and products of professional work.

2.2    Acquire and maintain professional competence.

2.3    Know and respect existing laws pertaining to professional work.

2.4    Honor contracts, agreements, and assigned responsibilities.

3. COMPLIANCE WITH THE CODE.

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3.1    Uphold and promote the principles of this Code.

3.2    Treat violations of this code as inconsistent with membership in the LocalBenefits.com program.

Adherence of professionals to a code of ethics is largely a voluntary matter. However, by engaging in gross misconduct and not following this code, membership in LocalBenefits.com may be terminated.