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sharp practice

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A quick definition of sharp practice:

Sharp practice refers to actions that someone takes that push the limits of rules or standards. This can happen in law when lawyers do things that are not against the law, but are not considered fair or ethical. Examples of sharp practice include putting too much pressure on witnesses, asking for too many documents from the other side, charging too many fees, and taking advantage of loopholes. Sometimes judges will criticize or fine lawyers who use sharp practice. While it is okay for lawyers to use some sharp practice, they need to be careful not to use it too much or they could get in trouble.

A more thorough explanation:

Sharp practice refers to actions that someone takes that push the boundaries of rules or standards. In law, sharp practices are actions by lawyers that go against the accepted standards of practice, but they do not necessarily break an actual law.

  • Overly pressuring witnesses
  • Requesting documents from opposing parties during discovery
  • Charging excessive fees
  • Abusing loopholes

These examples illustrate how someone can use sharp practice to gain an advantage in a legal case. For example, a lawyer may pressure a witness to change their testimony or request irrelevant documents from the opposing party to waste their time and resources. While these actions may not be illegal, they are considered unethical and can lead to criticism or fines from a judge.

It is important to note that lawyers may use some sharp practices, but they must be careful not to use them too frequently or face sanctions and harm to their reputation.

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