LONDON – A group of small businesses has been suing Clydesdale bank as well as its former owner National Australia Bank for alleged misrepresentation over small business loans. The lawsuit filed by small businesses highlighted that banks raised the interest rate on fixed-rate loans by hidden margins. While representing the group, RGL Management allegedly stated that banks have been facing deceit, misrepresentation, and breach of contract by banks.

A total of 140 small businesses comprising 2,000 small companies issued the first claim against the banks. However, the legal claim doesn’t carry any value. On behalf of small businesses, RGL Management has brought complex lawsuits against banks. Augusta Ventures, a litigation funder has been supporting the lawsuit against Clydesdale bank. Many litigation funders have been fighting for bank disputes on the condition of some part of compensation if they manage to win at trial.

Bad credit small business loans have been on the rise as there are plenty of options available to get loans for small businesses. Also, the affordable interest rates make it possible to get a loan on easy terms. Apart from banks, many online sources are offering small business loans even to the entities with bad credit.

Garbhan Shanks of Michelmores LLP, the law firm which represents RGL, has said that it is hopeful to get a substantial amount of compensation for their first multi-party claim against banks. However, CYBG, the owner of Clydesdale and Yorkshire bank said that it will respond to any claim against its banks on a strong term after analyzing it thoroughly.