Accursio v. Tree House, et al.

Argument summary

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1. Counsel for the defendants argued that Rules 48L and 80A-6 provide absolute immunity for bar complaints to ensure free reporting of unethical conduct, distinguishing this from litigation privilege.
2. The court questioned whether interpreting these rules to grant absolute immunity violates the anti-abrogation clause, noting that wrongful institution claims existed at statehood.
3. Defendant counsel conceded there is no authority identifying this specific privilege or immunity as existing at the time of Arizona's statehood in 1912.
4. Counsel for the appellant argued that Rules 48L and 80A-6 distinguish between absolute privilege for complainants and immunity for board members, suggesting they should be treated differently.
5. The court inquired about when a civil proceeding commences, specifically whether filing a bar charge that is later dismissed constitutes the start of such a proceeding.
6. Appellant counsel contended that a proceeding does not commence until the respondent is required to respond, as failure to do so can result in disciplinary action or cost imposition.
7. The court asked if diversion agreements, which may include restitution and costs, represent an adverse action that triggers the commencement of a proceeding.

Recordings

1. Recording · PT49M29S · Captions available