A PE designs a site for Client A, then is asked by Client B to design a competing development next door using A's unreleased geotech data. Allowed?
1. Confidentiality
Geotech data belongs to Client A until released.
2. Conflict
Cannot use A's data for B. Decline, or proceed only with A's written consent and full disclosure.
Answer: No, unless A consents in writing after full disclosure.
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