Maxim 7.7.10
No one can take advantage of his own wrong.
Nul prendra advantage de son tort demesne.
Source: 2 Inst. 713; Wharton
Difficulty 1/5 — Foundational
Explanation
A man may not profit from or found a claim upon his own wrongful act — the law denies every benefit flowing from self-created injury.
Where this applies
- A landlord illegally evicted a tenant and now wants the court to enforce a new lease.
- An employer fired someone unlawfully and is trying to benefit from the vacancy.
Cite this maxim
NeCede Max. 7.7.10 — No one can take advantage of his own wrong. — 2 Inst. 713; Wharton (Nul prendra advantage de son tort demesne.)
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