Legal Question in Banking Law in Pakistan
300 cheques with forged signatures were paid by the bank during last 6 years. The bank sent statements half yearly for any discrepancies but nothing was pointed out. Is it only the banker negligence?
Asked on 6/06/11, 6:18 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Arent Lievens
Advocates Lievens & Lievens
If it were very good forgeries, the bank has no blame.
Especially since the account holder has not noticed anything during those 6 years.
If there is reason to believe the bank had knowledge, the they will be responsible.
Answered on 6/06/11, 9:03 am
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