PROFESSIONAL NEGLIGENCE LAWYER
Suffered a loss due to poor professional advice? Talk to us.
START YOUR CLAIMHAVE YOU HAD BAD ADVICE?
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. .
WHAT IS PROFESSIONAL NEGLIGENCE COMPENSATION?
Most professional negligence claims relate to financial losses. The main objective of the compensation is to ensure the amount of damages returns the victim to the financial position they were in before the loss or damage occurred. The damages often include expenses incurred and profits lost while the professional negligence claim is ongoing.
As one of Australia’s leading compensation law firms, specialising in negligence claims, Wyatts has an expert team of professional negligence lawyers with the experience and dedication to help you with your compensation claim. If you think you have suffered loss or damage due to professional negligence, but you’re not sure if you can make a claim, call us for an obligation-free consultation.
Common examples of professional
negligence include, but are not limited to:
- Accounting errors
- Misleading or deceptive professional advice
- Poor financial advice
- Failure to advise on a property or loan contract
- Poor advice from a conveyancer
- Structural and architectural errors
- Engineering and building errors
- Inaccurate property valuations
- Veterinary errors
- Negligence or misconduct by a solicitor
DO YOU HAVE A CLAIM?
There are three elements to a successful professional negligence claim:
- The professional owed you a duty of care
- The duty of care was breached by a professional
- The breach of the duty of care can be shown to have caused loss or damage
HOW TO MAKE A CLAIM
As soon as you become aware that you may be a victim of the act of professional negligence, and as a result have incurred any damage or loss, we recommend you immediately contact one of our expert professional negligence compensation lawyers to discuss your situation. This will ensure you are aware of all available options and that you will be able to achieve the best possible outcome should a claim arise.
HOW TO GET STARTED
The process of making a professional negligence compensation claim can be complicated, but we’ve done this for hundreds of people just like you. We can help prepare your claim and keep you fully informed every step of the way.
If you’ve suffered a financial loss or damages due to negligent professional advice or malpractice, you need the experts at Wyatts on your side to help you reclaim what is yours talk to us today.
Then we can help get your claim started.
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CONTACT WYATTS
Tell us about your situation. We’ll listen to you and take the time to get to know you so we can fully understand your needs and potential claim.
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YOUR ELIGIBILITY
We will explain in simple terms what you are entitled to claim based on what you have told us. Then we’ll offer to get started working on your behalf.
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WE GET STARTED
You decide if you would like one of our specialist professional negligence lawyers to start your case. Then we get to work for you.
WYATTS MAKES IT EASY
Free initial consultation
No win no fee policy
Five convenient office locations
In-home consultation If you are unable to travel
We can talk to you in your preferred language
DON’T DELAY!
Strict limitation periods can apply to professional negligence claims, depending on the type of claim you are making. The important thing is to seek advice about your claim from the professional negligence lawyers at Wyatts.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
TALK TO AN EXPERT
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.
FREE CASE EVALUATIONMEET OUR EXPERT TEAM
Julie Wyatt
Solicitor Director
Neville Wyatt
Solicitor Director
Mitchell Broom
Special Counsel
Silvia Thompson
Senior Associate, Motor Accident Practice Leader
Khristopher Narsimullu
Senior Associate, Work Injury Practice Leader
Camille Capati
Senior Associate, Institutional Abuse Practice Leader
Kirstin Hansch
Chief of Staff
Georgia Barlow
Business Development Manager
What Our Clients Say
L.
Motor Vehicle Accident
We tried to deal with the insurance company ourselves for some time before we realised we needed professional help. We met the Wyatts team and knew the experience would be positive from the start. They were honest with us, communicated every step of the way and were very knowledgeable and organised. They produced a result 20 times more than what we were initially offered by the insurance company. We can’t recommend Wyatts highly enough.
D.M.
Personal Injury
Wyatts was there to advise and help me at every stage of my claim. I knew I had a great team behind me. It was a relief when my matter settled, and I was happy with the result.
D.P.
Personal Injury
What a nice group of people that do care about you and your claim, they treat you with respect and kindness and are always a pleasure to talk to and work through whatever your matters are. If you ever find yourself needing to contact lawyers about making a claim for any personal injuries or anything else, I highly recommend these wonderful people.
C.S.
Institutional Abuse
The team at Wyatts have been nothing but golden, they have been so supportive and have really helped give me a life back. I’ve never met people that are so helpful, so kind and so genuine. The team worked hard with me to help build a strong legal case and have offered nothing but support in getting me the best possible outcome. They have really helped restore my happiness and my faith in humanity.
G.G.
Institutional Abuse
Wyatts lawyers was a great choice for my complex historical sexual abuse compensation claim. Not only did I get a result I never thought was possible, but they were professional, gentle and patient with my sensitive mental health. Although the case wasn’t the easiest of cases, with many bumps along the way, the Wyatts team had a heap of resources and people who could help in all areas.
T.S.
Medical Negligence
Wyatts took over my medical negligence claim from another firm that I wasn’t happy with. Wyatts prepared my claim for a hearing in the Supreme Court and negotiated a great settlement for me and my family. They treated me and my family with respect and sensitivity through this emotional time.
J.S.
Motor Vehicle Accident
I want to thank Wyatts for all the help they have given me throughout my claim. I did not know anything about the process or whether I could get anything at all from the CTP insurer, but you knew what to do. You have really made it worthwhile.
S.B.
Workers Compensation
My life has been one big blur the last month or so and I never expected the result we got. I just wanted to extend my great appreciation towards you. You have defiantly gone above and beyond, and I am blessed to have found such a great solicitor like yourself. You have no idea how much this money will change my life and I can’t thank you enough.
Anonymous
Institutional Abuse
My biggest fear was going to court again. Due to Camille and her team’s hard work, we managed to settle out of court, which was a dream come true. The settlement doesn’t take away the pain that the abuse caused me and what I have had to live with, but it certainly helps. An amazing outcome for myself and my family which would not have been possible without the dedication of Wyatts Compensation Lawyers.
R.A.
Medical Negligence
I chose Wyatts because they were a highly reputable firm, and I would know who was handling my claim the whole time. The directors were available to speak to me if I had any concerns. After some medical appointments and some negotiation, they got a great result for me, and I couldn’t have asked for anything more. Thank you, Neville and Julie.
WIN WITH WYATTS
Free case assessment
Talk to us today about your situation and receive expert legal advice and your 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.
No win, no fee*
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.
We care about you
If you’re facing financial losses due to someone else’s negligence, 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.
A winning team
We’re proud to have helped thousands of people during their hardest 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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