Problem
Sam's Electronics Universe has discovered and investigated a kickback fraud perpetrated by its purchasing agent. The fraud lasted eight months and cost the company $2 million in excess inventory purchases. The perpetrator personally benefited by receiving a kickback of $780,000. Your boss wants to seek restitution of what the company has lost, but is worried about the ramifications of a trial and its effect on your company's image in the market. She asks you if she should pursue remedies through a civil trial, or turn the case over to the district attorney to prosecute the perpetrator criminally. What is your recommendation to your boss? What are the pros and cons of each approach of legal follow-up to the fraud? Include a biblical application to support your discussion/explanation.