Principle

EVIDENCE LAW — Estoppel — Estoppel by Conduct — Elements Required to Establish Estoppel

Area of law
EVIDENCE LAW
Court
Supreme Court

Estoppel by conduct requires: wilful false representation, belief by the other party, detrimental reliance, and damage. The representor is estopped from denying the truth of the representation. The principle applies to evidence law. The rule prevents inconsistent positions causing harm. The representation must be made…

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