Orinda, California, Business Fraud and Other Torts Lawyer
Well-drafted contracts often fail to address the consequences of the other party's failure to act in good faith, lack of full disclosure, misrepresentations and breaches of fiduciary duty.
Ira James Harris, has specialized in tort law inclusive of business fraud, real estate fraud and accounting fraud for over 27 years. Fraud, breaches of fiduciary duty, negligent misrepresentation and non-disclosures can seriously undermine your interests and your business. We can examine your contracts and investigate the facts to determine whether fraud and/or other tortious acts and omissions have occurred and, when appropriate, sue for damages.
Experienced Business Fraud and Tort Attorney.
Fraud can occur in almost any business transaction or agreement and is often difficult to detect and prove.
Common scenarios include:
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Your employer promised you a share of the business and/or other benefits in exchange for your services. The contract for this agreement is vague or non-existent. Can you still enforce your rights?
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You bought a small business based on its stated cash flow and reported value. You discover that the actual income and expenses differed from those reported. What are your rights?
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You purchased a home or commercial building and defects have surfaced. It is unclear if the conditions are new or a reoccurrence of a prior problem. Was the seller aware of the problem? Should the seller have been aware of the problem? Were you defrauded? What are your rights?
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You recently bought a property. Your neighbor claims his or her property line goes through the middle of your property or that your fence or other improvement encroaches on their property. Did the seller commit fraud?
Contract theories may not adequately protect you if information was withheld and/or overlooked. If you suspect you or your company has experienced a financial loss because of the fraud or nondisclosure of another, we can help.
Contact Us
For personal attention and answers to your business fraud and other tort questions or for full legal representation, call the Law Office of Ira James Harris. We are a San Francisco and Orinda-area law firm, but accept cases from across California, including San Diego, Los Angeles and Sacramento. We are conveniently located in the Orinda Theatre complex in downtown Orinda, California. Contact us at 925-258-5100.
