Misrepresentation: Implications and What You Need to Know
Misrepresentation is taken from the word “representation.” A representation in law is a statement of fact. Misrepresentation, on the other hand, is a false statement of fact. To trigger a legal claim, misrepresentation demands that the representation be substantial, actively relied upon, and pivotal in determining the transaction—a trio of critical elements constituting the grounds […]
The Elements of Fraud: What to Look Out for.
Fraud, often defined as an intentional perversion of truth with the aim of persuading someone to give up something valuable or forfeit a legal right, is a complex and deceptive web of actions. It involves false representations of facts, whether through words or actions, by making false claims, misleading statements, or by keeping important information […]