Paralegal Melissa and a Client Are Preparing Answers to Interrogatories

question 121

Multiple Choice

Paralegal Melissa and a client are preparing answers to interrogatories in Melissa's office. The telephone rings, and Melissa answers it. During the conversation, she says, "I am so sorry to hear that you have AIDS, Mr. Thomas. I will give this information to attorney Chase and ask him to call you about revising your will." Melissa hangs up the telephone and resumes work with the client. The client begins asking questions about Mr. Thomas's identity, because the client thinks that he knows Mr. Thomas. This is an example of

• A) a breach of the rule of client confidentiality.
• B) the client consenting to disclosure of confidential information.
• C) an impliedly authorized disclosure of confidential client information.
• D) a violation of the duty of competence.

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Definitions:

Restrictive Covenants

Clauses in a contract that impose restrictions on one or more parties' actions, commonly used in employment and real estate agreements.

Anton Piller Order

A court order that permits the plaintiff to search premises and seize evidence without prior warning, to prevent the destruction of relevant documents or items.

Workers' Compensation

A form of insurance providing wage replacement and medical benefits to employees injured in the course of employment.

Compulsory Program

A mandatory scheme or course of action required by law or policy, which individuals or entities must follow.