Posts Tagged ‘confidentiality agreements’
4 Steps Attorneys Should Take to Ensure Privacy and Security in Whistleblower Cases
Whistleblowers perform an essential public service in keeping companies and government honest. Unfortunately, in revealing misconduct or illegal acts, they also put themselves at risk of retaliation for the role they play. For this reason, state and federal law protect whistleblowers from discrimination, termination, and other adverse actions. However, it’s up to their attorneys to…
Read MoreMeeting the Objective Analysis Standard When Representing Former Clients
Appearance-of-impropriety standards are no longer sufficient in determining when former clients may or may not disqualify counsel. Judiciary officials argued lawyers must abide by more objective standards as outlined by Model Rule 1.9 Duties to Former Clients when conducting litigation with former clients.
Read MoreWhy secrecy matters in product liability
Confidentiality may be a non-negotiable condition for a victim to secure a settlement, so granting it may be your first job if you’re a plaintiff attorney. And confidentiality clearly protects manufacturers’ reputations, so obtaining a protective order may be your first job as a defense attorney.
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