The principles on which a court of equity will enforce an obligation of confidence were reviewed by Ungoed-Thomas J. in Margaret, Duchess of Argyll v. Duke of Argyll, [1965] 1 All E.R. 611. He summarized them thus (at p. 619): These cases, in my view, indicate (i) that a contract or obligation of confidence need not be expressed but can be implied ... (ii) that a breach of confidence or trust or faith can arise independently of any right of property or contract. . . (iii) that the court in the exercise of its equitable jurisdiction will restrain a breach of confidence independently of any right at law.
"The most advanced legal research software ever built."
The above passage should not be considered legal advice. Reliable answers to complex legal questions require comprehensive research memos. To learn more visit www.alexi.com.