Privileges & Public Policy

Question 1

Compromise Offers & Negotiations

Answer 1

offers of compromise made with the intent to avoid or settle the claim and conduct.statement made during the negotiations are inadmissible to prove/disporve the amount or impeach witness

Question 2

What is exception to spousal privilege?

Answer 2

generally, a married person may not be compelled to testify against her spouse in any criminal proceeding regardless of who the defendant is UNLESS one spouse is charged with a crime against the other

Question 3

What does attorney client privilege protect?

Answer 3

communications that are made for purpose of obtaining or providing legal advice

Question 4

Are offers or business advice protected under attorney client privilege?

Answer 4

no