Proving Fraud in a Florida Transaction
Entering into a real estate purchase or contractor agreement based on deliberate misrepresentations or omitted facts can cause severe financial losses. Attorney James E. Orth Jr. represents plaintiffs and homeowners in claims for fraudulent inducement, seller deceit, and defective construction work under Florida law.
Building the Claim
Fraudulent Inducement into Contract
False statements of material fact that induced you to sign an agreement or make a purchase.
Real Estate Seller Misrepresentation
Claims under Florida Johnson v. Davis law against sellers who concealed known, unobservable property defects.
Contractor Deficiencies & Abandonment
Unlicensed contracting, abandoned construction jobs, and substandard work.
Contract Rescission & Punitive Damages
Demanding contract cancellation, return of deposits, and punitive damages for intentional fraud.
Frequently Asked Questions
What must be proven in a Florida fraudulent inducement claim?
A plaintiff must establish: (1) the defendant made a false statement regarding a material fact, (2) the defendant knew the statement was false or made it without knowledge of its truth, (3) the defendant intended to induce reliance, and (4) the plaintiff suffered injury acting in justifiable reliance on the representation.
Does the 'as-is' clause in a real estate contract protect a fraudulent seller?
No. In Florida, an 'as-is' contract clause does not shield a seller from liability for fraudulent misrepresentation or intentional concealment of known material defects.