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In a civil action where NovoTech sues Pacifica Pharma, Atty. Diego Ramos represents NovoTech. Unknown to NovoTech, Ramos's sister is employed as a senior researcher at Pacifica Pharma and participates in defense strategy from behind the scenes. Ramos did not disclose this relationship before or during filing. (a) State the CPRA Sec. 20 rule on Disclosure of Relationship or Connection and who is obligated to disclose to whom. (b) Apply the rule to the facts: can Ramos continue representing NovoTech after disclosure, and under what conditions? (c) If Ramos failed to disclose, what disciplinary and remedial consequences may apply, and what steps should be taken to protect the client?