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CPA Exam
REG Module 23
5
Accounting
Post-Graduate
10/28/2013

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Term
Common Law
Definition
Law that has historically been established by judicial precedents.  Much common law has now been codified in state statutes. This law is the source of liability to clients and third parties (not covered by securities laws).
Term
Constructive Fraud
Definition
Failure to even use slight care. Constructive fraud is often referred to as gross negligence.
Term
Contributory Negligence
Definition
Negligence on the part of the plaintiff that contributed to that party's losses.  Contributory negligence will typically mitigate some or all of the defendant's damages.
Term
Due Diligence
Definition
The standard of care required under filings under Securities Act of 1933. To establish "due diligence" an accountant must have made a reasonable investigation, and must have had reasonable grounds to believe and did believe that that the registration statement (including the financial statements) were not misleading.
Term
Fraud
Definition
A misrepresentation intended to mislead another party or a representation made with reckless disregard for its truth.
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