Los Angeles Negligent Misrepresentation Attorney
Negligent misrepresentation is a common legal claim in California business, real estate, and contract disputes. When a person or business makes a false statement without reasonable grounds for believing it is true, and another party relies on that statement to their detriment, the injured party may have a claim for negligent misrepresentation under California law.
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$3.4M Recovered
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Assisted in recovery ofthe balance of the purchase price for the sale of a business
$2.7M Verdict
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Assisted in obtaining jury verdict for breach of contract and conversion of business ownership, jury verdict only $25k less than requested
$342k Judgement
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For fraudulent inducement of loans, breach of contract, and defamation in false online posts and reviews
$317k Judgement
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For two brothers and their international business after proving fraud, breach of contract, and defamation by a serial fraudster, despite delays, false accusations, and a last-minute bankruptcy filing
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For an elderly landlord and trust, defeating all claims by evicted tenants who tried to misuse COVID as an excuse for nonpayment
$385k Judgement
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For a textile manufacturer in a contract dispute, despite a cross-complaint from the wholesaler
$657k Judgement
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Against a real estate agent who misappropriated client funds, using forensic accounting to prove full fraud and conversion.
$398k Judgement
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By enforcing a promissory note, recovering 100% of damages plus interest
$125k Judgement
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Helped obtain a default judgment against an attorney for unpaid loan balance and battery, after securing terminating sanctions for discovery violations
Disclaimer: Illustrative examples of case types and outcomes. Attorneys cannot guarantee outcomes. Results are case-specific and depend on the true facts of the case. More information here.
What is Negligent Misrepresentation in California
The key difference with negligent misrepresentation and other types of fraud is the party’s intent. Unlike intentional fraud, also known as intentional misrepresentation, or concealment, negligent misrepresentation does not require proof that the defendant knowingly lied. Instead, liability arises when someone carelessly provides false information that others reasonably relied upon when making important decisions.
How to Prove Negligent Misrepresentation in California
To succeed in a negligent misrepresentation claim in California, a plaintiff generally must prove:
1. The defendant made a representation that a fact was true;
2. The representation was false;
3. The defendant had no reasonable grounds for believing the statement was true;
4. The defendant intended that the plaintiff rely on the representation;
5. The plaintiff reasonably relied on the representation; and
6. Resulting damages.
Examples of Negligent Misrepresentation
Negligent misrepresentation claims frequently arise in a variety of commercial and personal transactions, such as:
- In business transactions, where a person or business may provide inaccurate financial information, sales figures, or operational information, during negotiations or due diligence
- In real estate transactions, where a party makes incorrect statements about property conditions, zoning issues, or potential uses
- In contract negotiations, where a party makes false statements about resources, capabilities, or assets
Remedies for Negligent Misrepresentation
If a plaintiff successfully proves negligent misrepresentation in California, they may be entitled to recover several types of damages, including:
- Out-of-pocket losses caused by reliance on the false statement
- Other monetary damages resulting from the transaction
- Rescission of a contract
- Contractual attorney’s fees
Why You Need an Experienced Los Angeles Negligent Misrepresentation Attorney
Claims of negligent misrepresentation are often complex and raise issues of whether representations were carelessly made and whether reliance was reasonable. Establishing liability may require reviewing communications, financial documents, and the circumstances surrounding the transaction.
An experienced Los Angeles negligent misrepresentation attorney can evaluate whether the elements of negligent misrepresentation under California law are present and help determine the best strategy for pursuing compensation.
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Los Angeles Negligent Misrepresentation Lawyer FAQs
Are punitive damages available for negligent misrepresentation?
Generally, no. Punitive damages, also known as exemplary damages, are reserved for intentionally egregious conduct, such as fraudulent, malicious, or oppressive acts. By definition, a party who makes a negligent misrepresentation did not do it on purpose, and the conduct is similar to “an accident” or “making a mistake”.
What if the other party knew the misrepresentation was false?
Then it would constitute actual fraud or intentional misrepresentation.
Can the false statement be about anything?
No. It has to be a misrepresentation of a material fact, which means a fact that would typically be influential in the decision-making process.
What type of statements don’t count as negligent misrepresentation?
Statements of opinion are not actionable, meaning a claim for negligent misrepresentation cannot be based on a party’s representation of an opinion as true when in reality, it was false. A common example is future projections or events.