Piercing The Veil

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Definition: Piercing The Veil


Piercing The Veil


What is the dictionary definition of Piercing The Veil?

Dictionary Definition


A judicial doctrine that allows a plaintiff to hold otherwise immune corporate officers and directors personally liable for damages caused by a corporation under their control. The veil is pierced when officers have acted intentionally and illegally, or when their actions exceeded the power given them by the company’s articles of incorporation.


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Definition Sources


Definitions for Piercing The Veil are sourced/syndicated and enhanced from:

  • A Dictionary of Economics (Oxford Quick Reference)
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Accounting
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Business & Management

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