Misrepresentation

Misrepresentation is a false or misleading statement made by one party to another which leads the second party to believe something which is not true and results in that party being induced to do something to its detriment, such as entering into a contract or paying money. The misrepresentation can occur when something is said or by the conduct of a party. In some circumstances, silence can amount to misrepresentation.

A claim for misrepresentation can be brought under common law or statute or a combination of both.

See Misrepresentation.