This exception was developed to foster candid communication between attorneys and their clients and to ensure that a lawyer’s advice is as accurate as possible. In order for attorney-client privilege to apply, the discussion must be solely related to the representation. Another exception to confidentiality is the crime-fraud exception, which allows a lawyer to disclose information in furtherance of a criminal or fraudulent action. For example, if a client comes to their attorney and confesses that they are planning a fraud in which investors will lose money, the lawyer can discuss this information with appropriate authorities to prevent or mitigate the financial injury.
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