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A conceptual illustration of construction law showing a golden justice scale breaking through a dark blue shield emblazoned with 'DIRECTOR LIABILITY' against a backdrop of unfinished high-rise buildings with construction cranes. In the foreground, law books labeled 'DIRECTOR LIABILITY' and 'TORT OF DECEIT' are stacked beside an open legal document titled 'TORT OF DECEIT' and a wooden gavel, symbolizing legal accountability in the construction industry.

A Guide to Targeting Directors Personally for Fraudulent Misrepresentation

When a builder's company goes bust, the corporate veil can seem impenetrable. Learn about the tort of deceit, a powerful legal strategy that allows property developers to bypass the insolvent company and sue directors personally for fraudulent pre-contractual statements, holding them accountable for your losses.

John Merlo

2 days ago16 min read