trust ex maleficio

Definition of "trust ex maleficio"
  1. A type of constructive trust established because of wrongful actions
How to use "trust ex maleficio" in a sentence
  1. The court imposed a trust ex maleficio after finding evidence of fraud.
  2. In the event of a breach of fiduciary duty, a trust ex maleficio may be created.
  3. The property was held in trust ex maleficio due to the unjust enrichment of the party.

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