Common use of Common Law Duty of Confidence Clause in Contracts

Common Law Duty of Confidence. 3.5.1.This Agreement takes into account the common law duty of confidentiality which applies where information has a necessary quality of confidence or where information is imparted in circumstances giving rise to an obligation of confidence that is either explicit or implied. Where the duty applies, disclosure is justified only by: • consent • a legal duty • a public interest or for the safeguarding of one or more people.

Common Law Duty of Confidence. 3.5.1.This Agreement takes into account the common law duty of confidentiality which applies where information has a necessary quality of confidence or where information is imparted in circumstances giving rise to an obligation of confidence that is either explicit or implied. Where the duty applies, disclosure is justified only by: •  consent •  a legal duty •  a public interest or for the safeguarding of one or more people.