Ethical Violation
/ˈɛθɪkəl vaɪˈoʊleɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) An act or omission that breaches established ethical standards or codes, especially in legal, professional, or organizational contexts.
The lawyer was sanctioned for an ethical violation involving client confidentiality.
Forms
- ethical violations
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Commentary
Ethical violations often prompt disciplinary actions but may not always result in legal penalties; distinguishing ethical breaches from legal violations is important in drafting and enforcement.
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