Breach of Etiquette

/ˈbriːtʃ əv ˈetɪkət/

Definitions

  1. (n.) An act or instance of violating established social or professional norms, which may impact legal proceedings or professional conduct evaluations.
    The lawyer's breach of etiquette in court undermined his client's case.

Commentary

Though primarily a social concept, breach of etiquette can have legal relevance when it affects courtroom behavior or professional standards.

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