Could the client file a civil suit against the attorney?
2007-02-22 03:50:12 · 3 answers · asked by mcclean5552 5 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
Sure.
The lawyer should be reported to the state bar for investigation.
The problem with a civil suit is that you need to show that the information was really privileged. In other words, that it was not available outside of attorney-client discussions. And, you have to show damaged and be able to define what monetary value to attach to it.
If this information that was leaked is this important, then you need to consider if you'll need to provide (publicly) additional information in your lawsuit. In court, a lot will need to come out. If you still have secrets, you'll need to make sure that they don't come out.
2007-02-22 04:00:29 · answer #1 · answered by Jay 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
One of the most sacred obligations an attorney has is to maintain client confidentiality. You could definitely have a civil suit. You should also file a complaint with the State Bar Association. You may be entitled to damages and the attorney could be disbarred.
2007-02-22 03:59:27 · answer #2 · answered by SA Writer 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
a shopper waives there proper in the event that they divulge the in formation to a third celebration. additionally, the lawyer can share the concepts if somebody is in threat of being killed. additionally, if a shopper is on the threshold of perjur themself and the lawyer knows of, they are able to have the alternative of telling, yet do no longer ought to (they are able to have the shopper testify in a tale format). Google the term "professional duty" (the conventional topic this falls below) and "lawyer-shopper privilege" for extra concepts.
2016-12-14 03:08:54 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋