Neither the bank nor lawyers for investors have disclosed the size or terms of the civil settlement, citing a confidentiality agreement.

The Federal courts have also tended to require lawyers to disclose information in some cases.

But if that lawyer discloses the error before talking to his client, he should be terminated and reported to the bar association.

Her lawyer would not disclose details of her testimony.

"It's simply too harmful to refuse to permit lawyers to disclose in these situations."

Further, if evidence of wrongdoing was discussed, the lawyers should have disclosed these facts right away.

The lawyer disclosed the amount after a Federal judge signed an order permitting the information to be made public.

Both lawyers disclosed recent developments on the condition that their identities be concealed.

It also said lawyers should disclose all contributions to judges when appearing before them.

Their lawyers would not disclose where they live.