A Lawyer Met with Several Members of the Community at a Social

question 60

Multiple Choice

A lawyer met with several members of the community at a social function.During the evening,he spent a great deal of time discussing one particular client in great detail.The client's friend,unknown to the lawyer,was not impressed by some of the derogatory comments expressed during the discussion.When the client's friend explains the evenings events,which of the following is most likely to result?

• A) a complaint that the lawyer has breached his client's right to privilege
• B) a complaint to the Law Society for breach of client confidentiality
• C) a complaint that the lawyer breached the duty to avoid commission of torts
• D) a complaint that the lawyer breached his duty to perform contractual obligations

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Definitions:

Stock-price Response

The reaction of a company's stock price to financial news, market events, or unanticipated occurrences affecting the business.

Corporate Dividend

Payments made by a corporation to its shareholders out of the company's profits or reserves.

Earnings Announcements

A public statement released by a company detailing its profits, losses, and financial performance for a specific period.

Insider Trading

Trading by officers, directors, major stockholders, or others who hold private inside information allowing them to benefit from buying or selling stock.