confidential document
[kən-ˈfi-dən-shəl ˈdä-kyə-mənt]
noun phrasemasculinepl: confidential documents / documentos confidenciais
documento confidencial
1. A written or printed record containing sensitive, private, or secret information that is restricted from public disclosure and intended only for authorized individuals
The CEO marked the merger proposal as a confidential document to protect the company's strategic plans.
O CEO marcou a proposta de fusão como um documento confidencial para proteger os planos estratégicos da empresa.
2. A file or paper containing information protected by law, contract, or professional privilege
Medical records are confidential documents that cannot be shared without patient consent.
Os prontuários médicos são documentos confidenciais que não podem ser compartilhados sem consentimento do paciente.
In Brazilian business culture, confidential documents are treated with great importance, particularly in corporate mergers and governmental affairs. The term 'documento confidencial' is legally recognized and carries weight in contracts and corporate policies. In the United States, confidential document handling is regulated by various laws including HIPAA (healthcare) and securities regulations. Portuguese law recognizes 'documento sigiloso' as a legal category with specific protection requirements.
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