Now that we know what a damaging email looks like and when a damaging email can be made public, let's dive deeper into the problems created by damaging emails.

Generally speaking, an unprofessional email does not usually give rise to a malpractice suit. It could, however, if the email reveals confidential information about a client.

Problems can occur when they revealed confidential information about the representation. This problem escalates when numerous unrelated third parties are copied on the email. Inappropriate emails may cause other problems as well. Bad email communications may give rise to ethical violations based on their content. There is also a risk of sanctions for sending an unsuitable email which would likely not be a covered claim.

by Melissa Lessell
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mlessell@deutschkerrigan.com