You don't need a lawyer to create the agreement, but you may need someone with legal expertise to review it. We recommend consulting with a legal expert to ensure your agreement fully protects your organisation's interests when the document is first created.
A confidentiality agreement should include the names and addresses of the parties to the contract. Consider also including: Reason for the agreement: Explain why you're sharing this information. The information disclosed: Be specific about the subject matter and what exactly is included in the agreement.
Exceptions to the Duty of Confidentiality Waiver. A person who confides in a professional can waive the protection of professional secrecy. In Case of Danger. Committing a Crime. Infectious Diseases. Inspection and Investigation by Professional Orders. Search for the Truth. Protection of Children.
Other examples of confidential information include medical records, personal history, personal goals, and private correspondence between people. While confidential information needs to remain private, there are situations where breaking confidentiality is permissible; If the disclosing party is subpoenaed.
A confidentiality agreement should include the names and addresses of the parties to the contract. Consider also including: Reason for the agreement: Explain why you're sharing this information. The information disclosed: Be specific about the subject matter and what exactly is included in the agreement.
I cannot and will not tell anyone else what you have told me, or even that you are in therapy with me without your prior permission.
Prevention of serious harm to the client or to others ', manslaughter, , treason, kidnapping, child abuse or other cases where individuals have suffered serious harm may all warrant breaching confidentiality.