An Atlanta breach of fiduciary duty attorney is an essential asset in today's harsh business environment. A fiduciary relationship is one involving a sacred link between individuals and enterprises and the special duty of loyalty and fairness that is more than what should be expected among strangers. A fiduciary duty is created whenever one party places trust and confidence in another, with that person's knowledge, creating a dependence of one party on the other. This fiduciary duty is breached when a party breaks that trust and takes advantage of the other's loyalty and dependence. Brandon Hornsby, P.C.'s Atlanta breach of fiduciary duty attorney team recognizes that this can be devastating to a small company that relies on the relationships and reputation it has developed.

       In the business setting, a fiduciary duty usually exists between businesses and its:

• Corporate Officers
• Shareholders
• Business Partners
• Corporate Trustees
• Agents (Brokers, Attorneys)
• Estate Representatives
• Stockbrokers & Investment Advisors
• Lenders

       Although there are literally hundreds of ways fiduciaries may breach their duties, some of the most common include:

• Self-dealing (reaping extra profits)
• Usurpation of business opportunities
• Misappropriation of funds
• Neglect
• Failure to act in the company's best interest
• Breach of assumed duty
• Rendering inappropriate advice
• Misuse of superior knowledge or position

       The experience of an Atlanta breach of fiduciary duty lawyer can help you understand what recourse may be available if someone has taken advantage of his or her special relationship with you and your business. Contact our offices and let Brandon Hornsby, P.C.'s Atlanta breach of fiduciary duty attorney team work to ensure your business is not only protected but properly compensated.