The first step in ethical decision making is to gather as much relevant information as possible. The information-gathering process, however, can become so extensive that it becomes an end in itself...

The first step in ethical decision making is to gather as much relevant information as possible. The information-gathering process, however, can become so extensive that it becomes an end in itself and could actually deter one from proceeding to action at all. What types of guidelines would you use to decide that you have as much information as you need or can obtain?