Legal Terms Flashcards

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Obligation

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Something you must do.

Lawyers have an obligation to protect client privacy.

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Violation

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Breaking a rule or law.

Sending private files to the wrong person is a violation.

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Code of Conduct

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Rules for how people should act at work.

Our office has a code of conduct for all employees.

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Punishment

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Something bad that happens if you break a rule.

The punishment for breaking confidentiality is a fine.

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Responsibility

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A duty or something you are expected to do.

It’s my responsibility to prepare the legal documents.

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Confidential

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Private; should not be shared.

Client files are confidential. Don’t show them to others.

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Integrity

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Being honest and doing the right thing.

She showed integrity when she reported the mistake.