Section 2(1) damages assessed on fraud basis, including all consequential losses.

House of Lords sets high bar for fraudulent misrepresentation claims

Court of Appeal establishes landmark two-stage test for dishonesty in criminal law

Section 423 Insolvency Act 1986 applies to debtor-procured asset transfers by owned companies

Theft can occur even when the victim consents to the taking.

Supreme Court revolutionises dishonesty test, abolishing Ghosh's subjective element

Theft conviction upheld despite valid civil law gift transfer

Directors are liable for wrongful trading when continuing business without reasonable prospect of avoiding liquidation.

Court distinguishes fiduciary duties from professional negligence in landmark ruling

Courts apply strict criteria when validating post-petition transactions in winding-up proceedings.

Acts must be more than merely preparatory to constitute criminal attempts

Consent to touching for medical purposes invalid if obtained by deception about nature of act

Actus reus can be satisfied by omission where legal duty to act exists

No rescission for misrepresentation if party relied on independent verification.

Strict liability offence under Medicines Act 1968 requires no mens rea for unlawful supply

Deception as to the nature and quality of sexual act vitiates consent.

Fiduciaries must account for unauthorized profits despite acting honestly

Total failure of consideration allows recovery of payments under frustrated contracts.

Unfair prejudice requires breach of legitimate expectations based on actual agreements or understandings.