Dr. X negligently performed a face-lift on Barbara. While Barbara believes her doctor was negligent, she hesitates to sue because she does not wish her Junor League friends to know that she had surgery. Barbara consults Andy a personal injury attorney and inquiries about the possibility of suing though she is reluctant to do so. Andy suggests among other things that Barbara may have a moral duty to litigate the case to ensure Dr. X is not able to commit malpractice again. Barbara is incensed at Andy's suggestion. Is Andy in the right to discuss such things with Barbara or should he stick to the merits of her potential case?Explain

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