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Blaauwpot v Da Costa

(1758) 1 Eden 130
JurisdictionUnited Kingdom
Year1758
Statusunclear

Key Principle

A court of equity will not permit a trustee or person in a fiduciary position to profit from their position or retain benefits obtained in breach of their duty.

Area of Law

equity

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