Professional Negligence Claims
When professionals make mistakes, the consequences can be serious. If their failure to meet expected standards has adversely affected you, we can help. We help navigate the complexities of a professional negligence claim against a range of different professionals (including accountants, surveyors, architects, and solicitors) and obtain redress for you.
Assessing your claim
We’ll review your situation and confirm whether a duty of care was owed, whether that duty was breached, and whether that breach caused you harm. If you have a case, we’ll give you clear advice on the merits and consider a commercial strategy from the outset.
Instructing an expert
Most professional negligence claims rely on independent expert opinion. We’ll help you identify the right expert, instruct them properly and make sure they address the key issues. Their report will form a crucial part of the evidence to support your claim.
Pre-action steps
Before formal proceedings begin, we’ll prepare a detailed pre-action letter to your opponent explaining the basis of your claim. This gives them a chance to respond and opens the door for negotiations. We’ll make sure everything is robust and well-evidenced.
Professional indemnity insurance
Many professionals have indemnity insurance to cover claims of negligence. Whilst there can be no guarantee of recovery, the existence of such a policy increases your chances of recovering the losses sustained. Insurers may also contribute to your legal costs if the claim is successful. We will investigate this as a priority.
Alternative dispute resolution
Going to court isn’t always necessary. We’ll explore settlement options, including negotiation or mediation, to help resolve your claim quicker and cost-effectively. If formal proceedings are needed, we’ll represent you every step of the way.
Questions we’re often asked
Yes. Usually six years from when the negligence occurred, but there are exceptions. When the clock starts ticking is dependent on the nature of the cause of action.
Any loss must be a foreseeable consequence of the breach of duty and cannot be a pure economic loss.
Most claims settle before trial. However, in some cases, where the dispute cannot be resolved between the parties, a trial will be required to determine the outcome. If a trial is required, then you will need to attend to give evidence.
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