Commercial Dispute Resolution

Professional Negligence

If you have suffered financial loss as a result of negligent advice or services provided by a professional, you may be entitled to bring a professional negligence claim.

Our Commercial Dispute Resolution team works across Cumbria and Newcastle and advises businesses and individuals on professional negligence claims against a wide range of professionals, helping our clients recover losses and resolve disputes efficiently and effectively.

Professional negligence claims can be complex and often involve detailed technical and legal issues. Our experienced team provides clear, practical advice from the outset, helping you understand the strength of your claim and the options available to you.

Professionals owe their clients a duty of care when providing their services.

That means acting in a way that another reasonably competent person within the same profession would act. If they breach that duty then they can be liable for the loss they have caused.

Our team has a wealth of experience and is consistently recognised throughout the North of England for our expertise in this complex area of law.

We have acted for commercial clients in a £1m-plus claim against former solicitors for breach of duty when advising on a commercial lease and against an architect for failing to prepare plans properly and in a timely way causing significant losses to our client.

We have also represented individuals against a financial/wealth management company for breach of duty when advising on pension arrangements involving personal shareholdings. And against a surveyor for negligently over-valuing a property in the Lake District National Park upon purchase.

What Is Professional Negligence?

Professional negligence occurs when a professional fails to exercise the skill, care or competence expected of someone in their profession, causing financial loss or other damage to their client.

Professionals owe a duty of care to their clients. Where that duty has been breached and the breach has resulted in loss, a claim for professional negligence may arise.

Our solicitors regularly advise on professional negligence claims involving a wide range of professions and sectors.

Professional Negligence Claims We Handle

We advise clients on claims against:

Solicitors
Barristers
Accountants
Surveyors
Architects
Financial advisers
Insurance brokers
Construction professionals
Engineers
Other professional advisers

Whether the claim relates to negligent advice, errors in professional work, missed deadlines or a failure to identify risks, our team can help assess your position and pursue an appropriate remedy.

How We Can Help

Professional negligence disputes often require careful investigation and expert evidence. Our solicitors work closely with clients to understand what has happened, assess the losses suffered and develop a strategy to achieve the best possible outcome.

We can assist with:

Early case assessment
Investigating potential claims
Reviewing professional advice and documentation
Negotiating settlements
Alternative dispute resolution
Court proceedings where necessary

Our focus is always on providing practical advice tailored to your circumstances and commercial objectives.

Why Choose Burnetts?

We have a highly experienced Commercial Dispute Resolution team with a strong track record of advising businesses and individuals on complex professional negligence claims.

We understand the financial and commercial impact that negligent professional advice can have and work closely with our clients to secure effective solutions.

Our team provides clear, straightforward advice throughout the process, helping clients make informed decisions at every stage.

Speak to Our Solicitors

If you believe you have suffered loss as a result of negligent advice or services provided by a professional, our specialist solicitors can help.

For further advice on bringing or defending a professional negligence claim, please get in touch and you can speak with one of our Commercial Dispute Resolution Solicitors. We offer Mediation services for businesses too.