Fraud cases are among the most complex and consequential disputes in complex commercial litigation. Unlike a straightforward breach of contract — where a party fails to do what they promised — fraud involves deliberate deception: a false statement, a material omission, or a scheme designed to induce someone to act to their own detriment. The stakes are high on both sides. Victims of fraud may be entitled to recover actual damages, attorneys’ fees, and in some cases punitive damages. Those wrongly accused face reputational and financial exposure that demands an equally aggressive defense.
Common law fraud claims arise under state law and are litigated in state court. Securities fraud — which involves a material misrepresentation or omission in connection with the purchase or sale of securities — can be litigated in federal court, typically under what is known as a Rule 10b-5 claim. The jurisdictional landscape for securities fraud has grown more complex in recent years, particularly in matters involving foreign parties or conduct occurring abroad, and navigating it requires counsel with deep familiarity with the relevant precedent.
Ford O’Brien Landy LLP’s litigators have significant experience on both sides of fraud and securities fraud matters, in state and federal courts. We help clients assess the strength of a claim or defense, understand their options, and move decisively to protect their interests.
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