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When you seek advice from professionals such as accountants, financial planners and lawyers, they have a duty to provide their service with a reasonable degree of skill and care. If you have incurred a financial loss or suffered damage because of a professional’s failure to uphold their duty of care, you may be entitled to claim compensation for professional negligence.
If you have a claim, talk to the expert professional negligence lawyers at Wyatts today.
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What Do Professional Negligence Claims Cover?
Compensation for professional negligence can cover financial loss or damage caused by a professional’s breach of their duty of care. These costs can include past and future financial loss, costs associated with engaging other professional services, legal fees, and other expenses resulting from the negligence.
A claim is intended to return you, as closely as possible, to the financial position that you would have been in if professional negligence had not occurred. Estimating this financial position requires expert legal knowledge, and it is important that you consult a professional negligence lawyer as soon as possible.
The compensation may include expenses incurred and profits lost in the process. Contact Wyatts today to begin this important process with an experienced professional negligence lawyer.
How Can A Professional Negligence Compensation Lawyer Help?
A professional negligence lawyer will determine if the person or business that provided you with a service has failed in their duty of care. A lawyer will then establish whether you are eligible to make a compensation claim. Our legal team will explore all avenues through which you can reclaim lost funds, and determine if litigation is an appropriate course of action – all while minimising risk and maximising outcomes for you.
Importantly, Wyatts will offer you a personalised and thorough service. We will pay attention to the details of your particular case, and will treat you with dignity and respect. Contact Wyatts today for a quality of service that is second-to-none.
What Factors Does the Court Consider in a Professional Negligence Case?
The Court looks at negligence claims first based on the duty of care. The Court will look at the proximity between the injured party and the professional who had a duty of care. They will look at the scenario and compare the acceptable standard of care versus the care provided. The Court will look for any contributory negligence of the injured party as well as for any vicarious liabilities. Where a service was delivered, they will examine the way it was delivered.
The team of professional negligence lawyers are experts in the law of professional negligence, governed by the Civil Liability Act 2002 along with the Civil Liability Amendment (Personal Responsibility) Act 2002. Section 50 of the Civil Liability Act 2002 says that professional negligence occurs when the professional acts against what is widely accepted in Australia by peer professional opinion. However, the Court has the final say on the matter.
How Can A Professional Negligence Compensation Lawyer Help?
A professional negligence lawyer will determine if the person or business that provided you with a service has failed in their duty of care. A lawyer will then establish whether you are eligible to make a compensation claim. Our legal team will explore all avenues through which you can reclaim lost funds and determine if litigation is an appropriate course of action – all while minimising risk and maximising outcomes for you.
Importantly, Wyatts will offer you a personalised and thorough service. We will pay attention to the details of your particular case and will treat you with dignity and respect. Contact Wyatts today for a quality of service that is second-to-none.
Are There Time Limits For Making A Claim?
There are time limits for seeking compensation for professional negligence. In NSW, this time limit is currently 6 years, and begins from the time when the event that led to the compensation claim occurred.
As professional negligence claims can be complex, it is important to seek legal advice as soon as possible. Contact Wyatts today to begin the process towards reclaiming your future.
Do I have A Professional Negligence Compensation Claim?
You may be able to claim professional negligence compensation if you have engaged the services of a professional (individual or company) and their service or advice has caused you financial loss.
To make a claim, the following needs to be shown:
- The professional owed you a duty of care
- They failed to enact their duty of care
- You suffered financial loss or damage because they breached their duty of care
A professional negligence claim cannot be made if there was no loss suffered, even if the professional was negligent when providing the service or advice.
If you believe you have a claim, or if you are uncertain as to whether you have sufficient evidence to support your case, contact Wyatts today for a thorough consultation with a negligence lawyer.
What Professions Can Be Pursued For Professional Negligence Compensation?
Professions can include, but are not limited to:
- Accountants
- Advertising consultants
- Architects
- Bankers
- Builders and building consultants
- Engineers
- Financial planners and advisors
- Information Technology consultants
- Legal practitioners
- Medical practitioners
- Real estate agents and property valuers
- Solicitors
- Surveyors
- Veterinarians
If you have suffered loss because a professional has failed in their duty of care, please contact us today. Our experienced professional negligence lawyers in Sydney, Parramatta, Liverpool and Rockdale are committed to securing compensation for those that have suffered financial loss due of the actions of a professional.
If you’ve suffered a loss due to poor or careless professional advice, you need an experienced team on your side. Our experts understand what you are going through and have years of experience helping people in similar situations to you. We can manage your claim and all the paperwork while you focus on recovering from your loss and reclaiming your life.
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Talk to us about your claim and we will give you expert advice and an obligation-free assessment at no cost to you. Our specialists know the law inside out and they will tell you honestly about your chances of making a successful claim and what the next steps are if you decide to go ahead.
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When we take on your claim you will never be out of pocket. If your case is unsuccessful, you won’t have to pay our legal fees. You can have complete peace of mind when you work with Wyatts that your case is in good hands, and we are committed to getting the best result for you.
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If you’re suffering from physical or emotional injuries, and facing financial losses due to someone else’s actions, we understand the stress of your situation. Our team don’t just provide legal advice, but also the compassion, support and care you need to get your life back on track.
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We’re proud to have helped thousands of people during their darkest moments, providing them with hope for a better future – and compensation to pay for it. With our expert legal advice and support, you will have the best possible chance of making a successful compensation claim.
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