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Deceit and Fraudulent Misrepresentation in Australia

#lawyer #lawyers #litigation https://stonegatelegal.com.au/deceit-... Video Transcript Deceit and fraudulent misrepresentation are serious legal claims that arise when one party intentionally makes false statements to induce another party to act, causing them financial loss. In Australian law, the tort of deceit generally occurs where a person makes a false representation of fact, knowing it is false or being reckless as to whether it is true, with the intention that another person will rely on that representation. If the other party relies on that statement and suffers loss as a result, the law may provide a right to seek damages or other remedies. To establish a claim for deceit, several elements must typically be proven. First, there must be a false representation made by the defendant. Second, the defendant must have known the statement was false, or acted with reckless disregard as to its truth. Third, the statement must have been made with the intention that it be relied upon. Fourth, the claimant must actually rely on the representation. Finally, that reliance must cause loss or damage to the claimant. Fraudulent misrepresentation is closely related and often arises in commercial or contractual contexts. It generally involves a party making a false statement that they know to be untrue, or that they make without caring whether it is true or false, with the intention that the other party relies on it when entering into a transaction. If a claimant successfully proves deceit or fraudulent misrepresentation, the available remedies can be significant. Courts may award damages to compensate the claimant for losses caused by the deception, and in some cases the contract induced by the misrepresentation may also be rescinded, meaning it is set aside and the parties are restored to their original positions as far as possible. Because allegations of deceit and fraudulent misrepresentation involve serious claims of dishonest conduct, they must be pleaded with particularity and supported by clear evidence. Early legal advice is therefore essential for both parties—whether you believe you have been misled into a transaction or are defending allegations of fraudulent conduct. Contact us today for a free 30 minute consultation with one of our experienced team of litigation professionals and let us help you protect your rights. Stonegate Legal At Stonegate Legal our lawyers assist and advise people, businesses and companies on all commercial litigation, debt disputes, and insolvency matters. Litigation – we act for all businesses, companies, partnerships, and people who are involved in commercial or civil disputes, we act for both plaintiffs and defendants in Court proceedings. Debt Disputes – we act for anyone involved in a debt dispute. We act for creditor plaintiffs seeking to recover a debt, and we act for debtor defendants seeking to dispute an alleged debt owed by them. Insolvency – we act for people and companies facing insolvency against bankruptcy trustees and liquidators. We also act for insolvency practitioners against people and companies facing insolvency. Construction Disputes – Stonegate Legal can assist in resolving all building and construction disputes, payment claims, subcontractors’ charges, and adjudications. Australian Consumer Law Disputes – ACL disputes including misleading and deceptive conduct, unconscionable conduct, and breaches of statutory warranties. Defamation – Advice and assistance in relation to legal action over publications which contain defamatory imputations and any defences to a defamation action. Partnership Disputes – Advising and assisting with partnership disputes and helping to reach a good resolution, or protect the client upon exit of the partnership. Lease Disputes – Advising and assisting on commercial lease disputes, residential tenancy disputes, retail shop lease disputes, breaches and unpaid rent recovery. Connect with Stonegate Legal Facebook -   / stonegatelegal   Twitter -   / stonegatelegal   LinkedIn -   / stonegate-legal-qld   Instagram -   / stonegatelegal   YouTube -    / @stonegatelegal   SoundCloud -   / user-913347920   Disclaimer: The content on this video and on our website is intended only to provide a general summary of information of interest. It is not intended to be comprehensive nor does it constitute legal advice. We attempt to ensure that the content is current but we do not guarantee its accuracy. You should seek legal or other professional advice before acting or relying on any of the content of this video or on our website. Your use of this video/website or the receipt of any information on this video/website is not intended to create nor does it create a client relationship. As a general rule, never get your legal advice from the Internet or YouTube.