Professional Negligence

We act for plaintiffs and defendants where allegations are made in respect of professional negligence.

Negligent advice can be given by professionals including (but not limited to) accountants, lawyers, financial planners and advisors, building inspectors, engineers or other professionals or licensed tradespeople. Although it is unfortunate when one receives negligent advice and suffers loss, it is important to vigorously pursue any claim for damages as most professionals hold professional indemnity insurance that will respond to such a claim.

It is also important that you obtain advice immediately upon becoming aware that the professional advice may have been negligent, as there are strict timeframes within which an action for professional negligence can be made.

Our firm has experience in running large Supreme Court and Federal Court damages claims for negligent acts of professionals, and in achieving remarkable commercial outcomes for clients in these matters.

We also regularly assist clients through the relevant tribunals, Government authorities (including the Australian Financial Complaints Authority (“AFCA”)) and the Ombudsman jurisdiction if this is appropriate.