Fenton works as a paralegal in a law firm that represents Kramer in a claim for damages resulting from an automobile accident. Kramer was a passenger in a car driven by DiSalvo. The accident occurred when DiSalvo negligently ran a stop sign. DiSalvo is represented by the law firm of Ogawa and Robles.
-Fenton discusses with Steele, a close friend who is a paralegal working for a different law firm, the case in great detail, including mentioning names. Steele promises not to repeat anything. Fenton has nevertheless breached a duty of confidentiality.

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As a paralegal, Fenton has a duty of confidentiality to his client, Kramer, and discussing the case with someone outside the law firm breaches that duty. Even if Steele promised not to repeat anything, Fenton cannot guarantee that the confidentiality of his client's information will be maintained.

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