Fraudulent Business Contract Case

Summary

Fraudulent misrepresentation in business contracts involves false representation, intent to induce action, reliance, and damages. In Michigan, the statute of limitations for fraud is 6 years from discovery. Recordings can be used as evidence if one party consents. If a business uses your IP without compensation, it may be a breach of contract. Consult a business law attorney for detailed advice.

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I would like to find out if a business contract was done with fraudulant misrepresentation. CLient went into contract in good faith. Company that took her business has profited for 10 years by going around these contracts. They added Just Baked into the stores as a seperate brand but my clients IP, Recipes and marketing. All are still being used without paying our my client for any of her work.
Hi Pam! Fraudulent misrepresentation in a business contract can be a serious issue. Here are some key points to consider:
- Fraudulent Misrepresentation Elements:
- A false representation made knowingly, without belief in its truth, or recklessly.
- Intent to induce the other party to act.
- Actual reliance on the misrepresentation.
- Damages suffered as a result.
Was there any documented evidence or correspondence indicating that the company knowingly misled your client?
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Hi Pam, given that you have documented evidence of fraudulent misrepresentation, your client may have a strong case. Here are some steps your client might consider:
- Gather all contracts and documentation.
- Document the profits made by the company using the client's IP, recipes, and marketing.
- Consider consulting with a lawyer specializing in business law to evaluate the case further.
Would you like more information on how to proceed with this?
Is there a statue of limitations in the stsate of michigan
In Michigan, the statute of limitations for fraud, including fraudulent misrepresentation, is generally 6 years. This period begins from the date the fraud was discovered or should have been discovered with reasonable diligence.
Would you like more information on how to proceed with your case?
Would opening stores without notifying us be a starting point or would they only consider the day the contract was written
The statute of limitations in Michigan for fraud is 6 years from when the fraud was discovered or should have been discovered. The opening of stores without notifying you could be part of the fraudulent activity, but the key date is when the fraud was discovered or should have been discovered.
Would you like more information on how to gather evidence or proceed legally?
can you look over a contract
Hey Pam! Unfortunately, I can't review contracts directly. However, here are some steps you can take:
- Ensure all relevant documents and evidence are organized.
- Review the contract for any clauses related to misrepresentation or breach.
- Consult a business law attorney to evaluate your case and review the contract in detail.
Would you like help finding a business law attorney in Michigan?
can you ebter recordings into evidence in the state of michigan
Hi Pam! In Michigan, recordings can be entered into evidence under certain conditions:
- Michigan is a one-party consent state, meaning only one party in the conversation needs to consent to the recording.
- The recording must be relevant and not violate any privacy laws.
Would you like more information on how to proceed with presenting this evidence?
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Pam, to proceed with presenting the recordings as evidence:
- Ensure the recording clearly demonstrates fraudulent activity.
- Confirm that your client consented to the recording or was aware of it (one-party consent).
- Present the recording along with other evidence to your attorney.
Would you like help finding a business law attorney in Michigan?
If you sell a business to a business that makes promises to work along side you to build the business and they move forward by making sure to skirt the contract but uses you IP for 210 years to profit is that a case?
Yes, Pam, this appears to be a strong case for breach of contract and possibly fraudulent misrepresentation, especially if there is documented evidence of the company's actions.
Would you like more information on how to find a business law attorney in Michigan?
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Hey Pam! Here’s some information to help you find a business law attorney in Michigan:

Michigan Business Law Group


Phone: (*) *-*
Website: www.michiganbusinesslawgroup.com

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