Lister v Stubbs (1890) concerned Lister & Co., a manufacturing company that sued their foreman for secret commissions received from suppliers. This case explores trusts, debtor-creditor relationships, and the boundaries of fiduciary duty in English law.
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🏛️ Court: Court of Appeal 🗓️ Judgment Date: 5 May 1890 🗂️ Where Reported: (1890) 45 Ch. D. 1; [1890] 5 WLUK 12 📍 Jurisdiction: United Kingdom
⚖️ Legal Principles
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Trust and Fiduciary Relationships: The case clarifies the distinction between debtor-creditor and fiduciary relationships, highlighting that secret commissions do not automatically create a trust between an employee and employer.