NEW YORK FRAUD CLAIMS

Those attempting to obtain various remedies by claiming to be victims of fraudulent conduct have a very strict duty to act reasonably and prudently to protect themselves.  This duty of self-protection is a theme that runs through many aspects relating …

I often receive inquiries regarding what people loosely refer to as “fraud on the court.” This general topic can encompass a variety of subjects.  Generally speaking, it is useful to understand the basic concepts that can be considered under this …

Transactions involving the sale of assets, stock, businesses and the like are a fertile ground of potential fraud claims.  A typical scenario involves the purchaser being disappointed in the subject of the purchase after the deal and wanting to rescind …

I have explained that the cause of action for fraud is a civil “tort.”  (See the topic heading for “Tort” in the “Select a Topic” feature of this Blog.)  Torts are judicial-made causes of action that constitute a basis to …

A party attempting to assert a fraud claim has certain significant responsibilities itself to take prudent and reasonable action in an effort to protect itself from the fraudulent conduct of others. This principle is embodied in the element of “reasonable …