Misrepresentation

Misrepresentation refers to the act of providing false information or misleading statements about something, often in a legal or contractual context. It occurs when one party presents inaccurate facts that lead another party to make a decision based on this false information. Misrepresentation can be intentional (known as fraudulent misrepresentation), made mistakenly (innocent misrepresentation), or based on a reasonable belief that the information is true (negligent misrepresentation). The consequences can include legal action, as affected parties may seek remedies based on the misled decisions that resulted from this incorrect information.