Help for the ethical engineer in trouble

At its 9/11/76 meeting, CSIT decided to undertake the investigation of cases where engineers pursuing their professional work in accordance with the IEEE Code of Ethics have, as a result, been subjected to or threatened with unfair treatment. Where a careful study of the circumstances indicates that such a situation exists, efforts will be made to aid the engineer involved. For example, if legal action is being taken, the case might be brought to the attention of the IEEE Board of Directors with a recommendation that they instruct the Institute's attorneys to file an amicus curiae brief, as in the BART case.