Is there any privity between a bank and the maker of a banknote?
Ontario, Canada
The following excerpt is from Robinson v. Mann, 1901 CanLII 23 (ON CA):
Here the bank dealt with the maker of the note alone, and took an instrument which he could not have compelled the defendant to exchange for one in different form. Between the bank and the defendant there was no privity. He had made no representation to them, and they were in no better position to compel him to give them a different endorsement than their customer was: Edge v. Bumford (1862), 31 Beav. 247.
"The most advanced legal research software ever built."
The above passage should not be considered legal advice. Reliable answers to complex legal questions require comprehensive research memos. To learn more visit www.alexi.com.
Other Questions
Is a will validly made if the will-maker still has testamentary capacity? (Ontario, Canada)
What is the common law doctrine of privity of contract? (Ontario, Canada)
What is the appropriate remedy for a decision maker who quashes a judicial review? (Ontario, Canada)
What are the consequences of a decision-maker changing their mind? (Ontario, Canada)
Does a solicitor's certification in an agreement that she has provided independent legal advice constitute privity of contract? (Ontario, Canada)
What is the test for overturning a decision of the administrative decision maker? (Ontario, Canada)
Is privity binding to a party in a subsequent proceeding? (Ontario, Canada)
What are the elements in the tort of negligent misrepresentation? (Ontario, Canada)
How have the principles of fundamental justice been interpreted in the context of the Bill of Rights? (Ontario, Canada)
What is the burden of proof against a party who claims business expenses to reduce their income for child support purposes? (Ontario, Canada)
