Element:
Direct and Predictable Effect
Hindsight is 20/20
- Under the law, a direct and predictable effect results from a close causal link between the decision or action to be taken in a matter and its expected effect on your financial interests.
- Notably, since the predictability of an effect may be more apparent after the fact, you should assume you have a conflict of interest if all other elements have been met.
- Should you have questions about whether a financial conflict of interest exists, contact your ethics official immediately.
