What elements does a plaintiff have to prove to be successful in a case against a negligent auditor?

Q: As a rule, evidence will not be admitted at trial unless it is relevant. Relevant evidence is…

A: Relevant evidence means evidence that have tendency to make the existence of any fact that is of…

Q: Discuss various type  of opinion is issued by the auditorr if he or she is unable to determine the…

A: Introduction: Auditing is the process of recognizing, verifying, and continue to study all…

Q: Explain the auditor legal liability, this includes what law that procure such liability?

A: An auditor is expected to complete their tasks in good faith and with integrity and should operate…

Q: sufficient care and skill in carrying out their audit might lead to legal action by those who claim…

A: Auditing refers to the process when an accounting professional collects and rechecks all the…

Q: For what type of actions can clients bring suit against auditors under common law? What must…

A: Given: The clients can bring suit against auditors for breach of contract under common liability…

Q: What will the auditor do in respect of misstatement which in his opinion are immaterial? a. Give…

A: Unmodified Opinion is issued when there are no material misstatements.

Q: Auditors may be held liable to both their clients and third parties under common law. a. What must…

A: An auditor has an obligation to their clients and third part to exercise due professional care.…

Q: action which can be taken by SAICA against the external auditor if he/she applied negligence in…

A: The action that can be taken by SAICA ( South African Institute of Chartered Accountants) against…

Q: Why is it important for auditors to consider the possibility of fraud by employees or management on…

A: There is a possibility of the occurrence of fraud by the employees or management of the company.…

Q: What is the auditor's obligation in light of the prudent person concept?

A: An auditor is a person who reviews the financial statements of a company and gives his opinion. The…

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A: Generally Accepted Accounting Principles refer to a systematic set of laws and policies used in…

Q: What defenses might the auditors use to rebut any charges made about their audit?

A: The main purpose of the auditor in performing examination on the financial statement is to ensure…

Q: Auditor’s failure to exercise sufficient care and skill in carrying out their audit might lead to…

A: Answer: Auditors can utilize shields to wipe out dangers. On account of a different references…

Q: It is not necessary for the confidentiality provisions of relevant ethical requirements that apply…

A: Auditor is the professional who examines the financial statements and reports of the entity and give…

Q: Which common law approach leads to increased CPA liability to "foreseeable" third parties for…

A: CPA is liable to conduct the professional accounting work. He would be responsible for any…

Q: Why might an auditor decide to disclaim an opinion?

A: Audit refers to the process of reviewing the controls and processes that can be used further by the…

Q: Audit evidence obtained directly by the auditor will not be reliable if Select one: a. it is…

A: The question is multiple choice question  Required  Choose the Correct Option.

Q: Secondary purpose of audit documentation is to provide adequate defense in case of litigation for…

A: Audit documentation, often known as working papers as well as work papers, seems to be a work…

Q: What are some of the advantages and disadvantages of permitting auditors to provide nonaudit…

A: Advantages to provide non-audit services to the clients are listed as follows: Facilitation in…

Q: What are the differences between business failure, auditor failure, and audit risk? Is it fair to…

A: Audit risk is the risk which arises due to the probability or the chance of reporting the financial…

Q: Which of the following cases provides auditors the broadest exposure for liability to thirdparties…

A: Under the case of Rosenblum Inc. v. Adler., auditors are provided the broadest exposure for…

Q: In your words, what is the legal responsibility of the auditor?

A: Auditors are the authorized individual to examine the financials or accounts of the companies and…

Q: The refusal of a client’s attorney to provide the information requested in an inquiry letter is…

A: The refusal of a client is attorney to provide the information requested in an inquiry letter is…

Q: Which of the following situations will not result in modification of the auditor's report because of…

A: The scope limitation is the restrictions in the audit which is caused by the client or issues that…

Q: Do you think that the provision of nonaudit services for a client with a failed audit is evidence of…

A: Negligence in auditing means the auditor doesn't follow any standard related to auditing and…

Q: when the auditor lack independence he or she will issue disclaimer opinion Select one: True False

A: Ans. Auditor's independence at work is very crucial as it assists in discharging his duties properly…

Q: What is the importance for auditors to exercise a reasonable care and skill in the performance of…

A: Operational efficiency and effectiveness can be improved through performance audits and operational…

Q: The scope of an audit is not restricted when an attorney letter limits the response toa. Matters to…

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Q: What types of actions may an auditor be liable to a client under common law? Why would the clients…

A: Auditor liability is becoming more of a concern, not just in terms of audit quality and the…

Q: Is the auditor’s liability affected if the third party was unknownrather than known? Explain

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Q: Do you believe that the SEC should prohibit auditors from providing all nonaudit services for audit…

A: Auditing:   Auditing refers to an independent examination of financial information of any…

Q: Generally, the auditor could be legally liable under?

A: Auditing:   Auditing refers to an independent examination of financial information of any…

Q: What defenses are available to auditors against suits brought by clients under common law? Against…

A: Under common law, clients can bring suits against the auditors and there are various defenses…

Q: What type of situation would require an auditor to give an unmodified opinion without a standard…

A: If the auditor concludes that all the below conditions are met and the accounting changes is…

Q: What is the difference between a CPA’s unqualified opinion or “clean” opinion and a qualified one?

A: US GAAP:US GAAP are financial reporting standards provided by FASB, which is a US based board that…

Q: Distinguish between common-law liability and statutory liability for auditors. What is the basis for…

A: Difference b/w common law liability and statutory law liability Common law liability: It arises from…

Q: Can a CPA auditor be independent without being objective? Can a CPA auditor be objective without…

A: The given question deals with STANDARD AUDIT SA 1100 - INDEPENDENCE AND OBJECTIVITY…

Q: Under the U.S. Rules of Evidence, a judge may exclude relevant evidence for a variety of reasons.…

A: When the evidence is unduly prejudicial, even if evidence is relevant, it could be refused by the…

Q: Why are auditors not liable for defamation in connection with his/her audit?

A: Defamation: In auditing, defamation shall mean expressing an inappropriate opinion on financial…

Q: How does a qualified opinion by an auditor differ from an unqualified opinion or an adverse opinion?

A: A qualified opinion is a statement which is issued in the auditor’s report along with the financial…