I think the principle here is that panic is a negative emotional state and under Newtonian Ethics people will be held liable for causing negative emotional states in such a way that “But I was conveying useful information, on net utility they came out ahead” is not a solid defense.
I think the principle here is that panic is a negative emotional state and under Newtonian Ethics people will be held liable for causing negative emotional states in such a way that “But I was conveying useful information, on net utility they came out ahead” is not a solid defense.