Uganda Baati Limited v Mugabi
Uganda Baati Limited v Mugabi (Civil Suit No. 457 of 2019) [2021] UGHCCD 76 (30 June 2021)
The court found that the defendant, while employed as Sales Manager, engaged in fraudulent misrepresentation and deceit by falsifying customer accounts, issuing unauthorized invoices, and diverting company funds for personal gain. The plaintiff provided detailed evidence of customer complaints and financial losses directly attributable to the defendant's actions. The defendant, despite being duly served, failed to file a defence or appear in court, leading the court to proceed ex-parte. Applying the legal principles governing fraud, deceit, and the standard of proof required in such cases, th…
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- Fraudulent Misrepresentation
- Tort Of Deceit
- Employee Fraud
- Special Damages
- Exemplary Damages