Civil Fraud Litigation

Civil fraud litigation involves claims of intentional misrepresentation, fraudulent inducement, negligent misrepresentation, constructive fraud, and deceptive business practices in commercial and consumer transactions. Unlike criminal fraud, which requires proof beyond a reasonable doubt, civil fraud cases proceed under the lower preponderance of evidence standard but can still result in substantial damages including punitive damages, treble damages under certain statutes, and awards of attorneys’ fees.

Experience Handling High-Value Civil Fraud Disputes

Fortune Trial Attorneys represents both plaintiffs and defendants in complex civil litigation involving fraud allegations, including cases involving hundreds of millions of dollars in claimed damages. Daniel Fortune’s background prosecuting wire fraud and defending RICO matters provides comprehensive understanding of fraud claims from multiple perspectives. He knows how to prove fraud as a plaintiff and how to defend against fraud allegations, enabling effective representation in high-stakes disputes.

Fraud Claims Across Commercial and Consumer Contexts

Civil fraud cases often arise from business transactions gone wrong, investment schemes, real estate deals, partnership disputes, or consumer protection claims. Allegations may involve false representations made to induce agreements, concealment of material facts, or schemes designed to defraud another party. These matters require sophisticated understanding of