# Professional Negligence Claim Solicitors & Barristers

> A specialist City of London law firm of dual-qualified solicitors and barristers handling high-value professional negligence litigation from Middle Temple.

Professional Negligence Claim Solicitors is a leading specialist litigation practice operated by LEXLAW Solicitors & Barristers. Based in the Middle Temple Inn of Court, London, our dual-qualified team handles high-value contentious disputes (typically £100k to multi-million) against negligent lawyers, accountants, tax advisers, and surveyors. We are members of the PNLA. Please note: minimum fee of £1,750 + VAT applies; no free advice.

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- [Specialist Legal Advice](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/expert-uk-negligence-legal-advice/): Specialist Professional Negligence Solicitors & Barristers ★ Compensation claim against lawyer, accountant, financial adviser, surveyor, valuer, conveyancer? ☎ 02071830529 (updated: 2026-06-06)
- [London’s Leading Professional Negligence Litigation Lawyers](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/): London's Leading Professional Negligence Lawyers ★ Compensation claim vs lawyer, accountant, financial adviser, surveyor, valuer, conveyancer? ☎ 02071830529 (updated: 2026-06-06)
- [Need a Second Opinion?](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/second-opinion-legal-fixed-fee-new-representation-litigation-advice/): If your professional negligence case has started (or you are in the pre-action stage) and you’re worried about prospects, we can provide a second legal opinion. We analyse and work... (updated: 2026-06-06)
- [Privacy Policy](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/privacy-policy/): Who we are Our website address is: http://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk. What personal data we collect and why we collect it Comments When visitors leave comments on the site we collect the data... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Professional Negligence News](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/uk-professional-negligence-news/): News: UK professional negligence litigation claims against solicitor, barrister, accountant, financial adviser, surveyor, valuer, conveyancer ☎ 02071830529 (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Contact Us](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/contact-us-london/): Specialist Professional Negligence Law Firm ★ Compensation claim against lawyer, accountant, financial adviser, surveyor, valuer, conveyancer? ☎ 02071830529 (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Legal Negligence](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/legal-negligence-claims-against-solicitor-barrister/): Specialist Professional Negligence Law Firm ★ Compensation claim against lawyer, accountant, financial adviser, surveyor, valuer, conveyancer? ☎ 02071830529 (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Property Negligence](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/property-professional-negligence-claims/): Specialist Professional Negligence Law Firm ★ Compensation claim against solicitor, accountant, financial adviser, surveyor, valuer, conveyancer? ☎ 02071830529 (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Financial Negligence](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/financial-negligence-claim-solicitor/): Compensation claim against accountant, actuaries, tax adviser, insurance broker, valuer, IFAs, stockbrokers, financial adviser? ☎ 02071830529 (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Professional Negligence Claims](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/professional-negligence-claims/): Specialist Professional Negligence Solicitors & Barristers ★ Compensation claim against lawyer, accountant, adviser, surveyor, valuer, conveyancer? ☎ 02071830529 (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Caparo Industries Plc v Dickman [1990] : Case Analysis](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/breach-of-duty-key-tort-law-judgment-caparo-dickman/): Specialist Negligence Solicitors & Barristers. Our expert lawyers analyse landmark tort cases. Caparo Industries Plc v Dickman and the breach of care. Call 02071830529. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Condon v Basi [1985]: Case Analysis](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/breach-of-duty-tort-law-judgment-condon-v-basi/): Specialist Negligence Solicitors & Barristers. Our expert lawyers analyse landmark tort cases. Condon v Basi and the duty of care. Call 02071830529. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Blake v Galloway [2004]: Case Analysis](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/breach-of-duty-key-tort-law-judgment-anns-merton/): Specialist Negligence Solicitors & Barristers. Our expert lawyers analyse landmark tort cases. Blake v Galloway and the Breach of Duty. Call 02071830529. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Hilsher v Essex [1988]: Case Analysis](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/breach-of-duty-key-tort-law-judgment-hilsher-essex/): Specialist Negligence Solicitors & Barristers. Our expert lawyers analyse landmark tort cases. Hilsher v Essex and the breach of duty. Call 02071830529. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Nettleship v Weston [1971]: Case Analysis](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/beach-of-duty-key-tort-law-judgment-nettleship-weston/): Specialist Negligence Solicitors & Barristers. Our expert lawyers analyse landmark tort cases. Nettleship v Weston and the breach of duty. Call 02071830529. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Bolam v Friern [1957]: Case Analysis](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/breach-of-duty-key-tort-law-judgment-bolam-friern/): Specialist Negligence Solicitors & Barristers. Our expert lawyers analyse landmark tort cases. Bolam v Friern and the Breach of Duty. Call 02071830529. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Chester v Afshar [2004]: Case Analysis](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/causation-key-tort-law-judgment-chester-afshar/): Specialist Negligence Solicitors & Barristers. Our expert lawyers analyse landmark tort cases. Chester v Afshar and the Causation. Call 02071830529. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Performance Cars Ltd v Abraham [1962]: Case Analysis](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/causation-key-tort-law-judgment-anns-merton/): Specialist Negligence Solicitors & Barristers. Our expert lawyers analyse landmark tort cases. Performance Cars Ltd v Abraham and the causation. Call 02071830529. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Baker v Willoughby [1970]: Case Analysis](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/causation-key-tort-law-judgment-baker-wiloughby/): Specialist Negligence Solicitors & Barristers. Our expert lawyers analyse landmark tort cases. Baker v Willoughby and the Causation. Call 02071830529. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Jobling v Associated Dairies [1982]: Case Analysis](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/causation-key-tort-law-judgment-jobling-associated-diaries/): Specialist Negligence Solicitors & Barristers. Our expert lawyers analyse landmark tort cases. Jobling v Associated Diaries and the causation. Call 02071830529. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Bonnington Castings Ltd v Wardlaw [1956]: Case Analysis](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/causation-key-tort-law-judgment-bonnington-casting-wardlaw/): Specialist Negligence Solicitors & Barristers. Our expert lawyers analyse landmark tort cases. Bonnington Castings v Wardlaw and the Causation. Call 02071830529. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Architect Negligence](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/riba-property-expert-no-win-no-fee-advice-claims/): Specialist negligence Law Firm | Compensation claim against negligent RIBA member? Bad advice from an architect? Get initial advice from our expert solicitors and barristers (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Start your professional negligence litigation case assessment](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/litigation-case-assessment-form/): Contact LEXLAW's dual-qualified litigation Solicitors & Barristers in London via our case assessment enquiry form. You can also call us on ☎ 02071830529 (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [McGhee v National Coal Board [1973]: Case Analysis](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/causation-key-tort-law-judgment-mcghee-natonal-coal-board/): Specialist Negligence Solicitors & Barristers. Our expert lawyers analyse landmark tort cases. Anns v Merton and the Causation. Call 02071830529. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Professional Negligence FAQs](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/professional-negligence-faqs/): Specialist Professional Negligence Lawyers ★ Compensation claim against lawyer, accountant, financial adviser, surveyor, valuer, conveyancer? ☎ 02071830529 (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Solicitor Negligence](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/sue-negligent-solicitor-law-firm/): Specialist Professional Negligence Law Firm ★ Compensation claim against lawyer, accountant, financial adviser, surveyor, valuer, conveyancer? ☎ 02071830529 (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Surveyor Negligence](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/rics-property-surveyor-expert-valuer-compensation/): Specialist Professional Negligence Law Firm ★ Compensation claim against lawyer, accountant, financial adviser, surveyor, valuer, conveyancer? ☎ 02071830529 (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Case Studies](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/case-studies/): Compensation claim against accountant, actuaries, tax adviser, insurance broker, valuer, IFAs, stockbrokers, financial adviser? ☎ 02071830529 (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Negligent Tax Advisers](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/bad-hmrc-finance-advice-sue-advisor/): Expert Financial Adviser Negligence Claims Solicitors & Barristers, City of London. HMRC enforcement action on tax avoidance/EBT/SDLT/IHT scheme? (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Property Damage Claims](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/negligent-builder-construction-defects/): Specialist Professional Negligence Law Firm ★Compensation claim against builder, electrician, plumber, construction worker, skilled craftsman? ☎ 02071830529 (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Negligent Barrister Claims](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/sue-a-barrister/): Specialist Professional Negligence Law Firm ★ Compensation claim against lawyer / barrister: sue for poor advice, opinion or representation? ☎ 02071830529 (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Donoghue v Stevenson [1932]: Case Analysis](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/duty-of-care-key-tort-law-judgment-donoghue/): Specialist Negligence Solicitors & Barristers. Our expert lawyers analyse landmark tort cases. Donoghue v Stevenson and the duty of care. Call 02071830529. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [David Topp v London Counrty Bus Limited [1993]: Case Analysis](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/duty-of-care-key-tort-law-judgment-topp-london-country-bus/): Specialist Negligence Solicitors & Barristers. Our expert lawyers analyse landmark tort cases. David Topp v London Country Bus and duty of care. Call 02071830529. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Home Office v Dorset Yacht Co Ltd [1970] : Case Analysis](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/duty-of-care-key-tort-law-judgment-dorset-yacht-home-office/): Specialist Negligence Solicitors & Barristers. Our expert lawyers analyse landmark tort cases. Home Office v Dorset Yacht and the duty of care. Call 02071830529. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Key Negligence Case Law](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/landmark-famous-uk-tort-cases-advice/): Specialist Negligence Solicitors & Barristers, London. Our expert litigators highlight important duty of care; breach; causation & damage/loss case law. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Bourhill v Young [1943]: Case Analysis](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/duty-of-care-key-tort-law-judgment-bournhill-young/): Specialist Negligence Solicitors & Barristers. Our expert lawyers analyse landmark tort cases. Bournvill v Young and the duty of care. Call 02071830529. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Anns v Merton London Borough Council [1978]: Case Analysis](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/duty-of-care-key-tort-law-judgment-anns-merton-3/): Professional Negligence Solicitors & Barristers. Our expert lawyers analyse landmark tort cases. Anns v Merton and the Duty of care. Call 02071830529. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Preparing witness evidence for a professional negligence claim](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/preparing-witness-evidence-professional-negligence-claim-specialist-solicitors/): Our lawyers specialise in professional negligence litigation. We will guide you through any stage in your litigation process. Whether you are a litigant in person seeking legal advice or you have instructed solicitors and... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Mediation in Professional Negligence Claims](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/mediation-mediate-adr-settlement-advantages-lawyers-advice/): Specialist Negligence Lawyers in London. Expert Guide to CPR pre-action protocol (PAP), Preliminary Notice, Letter of Claim, mediation, settlement, ADR. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) in Professional Negligence Claims](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/adr-resolving-disputes-settlement-alternative-dispute-resolution-lawyers/): Specialist Negligence Lawyers in London. Expert Guide to CPR pre-action protocol (PAP), Preliminary Notice, Letter of Claim, mediation, settlement, ADR. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Vicarious Liability](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/vicarious-liability-claims-solicitors/): Vicarious liability is a form of secondary liability, imposed upon one person for the tort of another. This usually occurs when the tortfeasor is an employee, and his act results... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Negligent auditors](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/negligent-auditors-accountant-financial-negligence-no-win-no-fee-legal-advice/): #1 Professional Negligence Solicitors and Barristers in London. Advice on negligent auditors, accountants, tax advisers, IFAs. Call 02071830529. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Fitzgerald v Lane [1989]: Case Analysis](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/causation-key-tort-law-judgment-fitzgerald-lane/): Specialist Negligence Solicitors & Barristers. Our expert lawyers analyse landmark Fitzgerald v Land and the Causation. Call 02071830529. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Hughes v Lord Advocate [1963]: Case Analysis](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/damage-loss-key-tort-law-judgment-hughes-lord-advocate/): Specialist Negligence Solicitors & Barristers. Our expert lawyers analyse landmark tort cases. Hughs v Lord Advocate and the Damage/Loss. Call 02071830529. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Doughty v Turner Manufacturing Company: Case Analysis](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/damage-loss-key-tort-law-judgment-doughty-turner/): Specialist Negligence Solicitors & Barristers. Our expert lawyers analyse landmark tort cases. Doughty v Turner and the Damage/Loss. Call 02071830529. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Jebson v Ministry of Defence: Case Analysis](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/damage-loss-key-tort-law-judgment-anns-merton/): Specialist Negligence Solicitors & Barristers. Our expert lawyers analyse landmark tort cases. Jebson v Ministry of Defence and the Damage/Loss. Call 02071830529. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Jolley v Sutton [2000]: Case Analysis](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/loss-damage-key-tort-law-judgment-jolly-sutton-council/): Specialist Negligence Solicitors & Barristers. Our expert lawyers analyse landmark tort cases. Jolly v Sutton London Burough Counsil and the damage/ Loss. Call 02071830529. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Corr v IBC Vehicles Ltd [2008]: Case Analysis](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/damage-loss-key-tort-law-judgment-corr-ibc-vehicles/): Specialist Negligence Solicitors & Barristers. Our expert lawyers analyse landmark tort cases. Corr v IBC Vehicles and the Damage/Loss. Call 02071830529. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Negligent Immigration Lawyers](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/sue-negligent-immigration-oisc-adviser-lawyer-solicitor-advice/): #1 Professional Negligence Solicitors & Barristers in London. No win no fee advice on claims against immigration lawyers, OISC advisers. Call 02071830529. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Negligent Accountants](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/compensation-negligent-accountants-financial-tax-advisors/): Expert Accountant Negligence Claims Solicitors & Barristers, City of London. HMRC enforcement action on tax avoidance/EBT/SDLT/IHT scheme? (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Negligent Auditor Claims](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/negligent-auditor-claims/): Expert Auditor Negligence Claims Solicitors & Barristers, City of London. HMRC enforcement action on tax avoidance/EBT/SDLT/IHT scheme? (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Negligent Auctioneer/Auction House Claims](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/negligent-auctioneer-auction-house-negligence-sue-legal-advice/): Expert Auctioneer Negligence Solicitors & Barristers London %%sep%% If you think you have a claim against an Auctioneer contact us on ☎ 02071830529 (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Conveyancer Negligence](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/negligent-licenced-conveyancer-property-lawyer-clc-compensation-free-advice/): Negligent Licenced Coveyancer claims specialists in London. Bad advice on restrictive/user convenants? Property defects? Poor advice on purchase/sale? Call 02071830529. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Negligent Insurance Brokers](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/legal-claim-negligent-insurance-broker-policy-advice/): Negligent Insurance Brokers Legal Claims Specialists. Bad cover advised by broker? Risks not covered? Unsuitable ATE/BTE/professional idemnity policy? (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Advice for Claimants: Who can I bring a professional negligence claim against?](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/start-professional-negligence-claim-standing-sue-legal-solicitor-claimant-advice/): It is not just only a client who can issue a claim in negligence against their professional advisers. A claimant can be a client, third parties and even, rarely, those acting ‘on the other... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [How to start a Professional Negligence Claim](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/start-issue-professional-negligence-court-claim-case-legal-advice/): Specialist Negligence Lawyers in London. Expert Guide to CPR pre-action protocol (PAP), Preliminary Notice, Letter of Claim, mediation, settlement, ADR. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Glossary of Key Negligence Legal Terminology](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/glossary-key-negligence-legal-terminology-terms-guide-a-to-z-litigation-advice/): The law and the terms used can be complicated to those who are unfamiliar with legal jargon. This A-Z guide of common legal terms and phrases provides definitions of key... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Professional Negligence: Statements of Case](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/professional-negligence-statements-of-case-pleadings-claim-form-defence-particulars-claim-advice/): We specialise in professional negligence claims and have years of experience in handling, settling and resolving negligence disputes. Our City of London solicitors and barristers have market-leading experience of providing bespoke legal advice and... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [What is a Professional Negligence Letter Before Claim?](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/letter-before-action-claim-protocol-pre-action-advice/): Specialist Negligence Lawyers in London. Expert Guide to CPR pre-action protocol (PAP), Preliminary Notice, Letter of Claim, mediation, settlement, ADR. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Limitation Period in Professional Negligence Claims](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/limitation-period-in-professional-negligence-claims/): Limitation periods signify the timeframe within which a Court claim can be initiated in England and Wales. Governed by the Limitation Act 1980, these periods vary depending on the nature... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Claims against Negligent Administrators](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/claims-against-negligent-administrators-insolvency-practitioners-liquidators-legal-advice-second-opinion/): An administrator, liquidator or insolvency practitioner owes a duty to the company which he has been appointed to take steps to obtain a proper price for its assets (Re Charnley... (updated: 2026-06-02)

## Posts
- [IT Consultant Negligence Claims: Can You Sue a Technology Adviser?](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/it-consultant-negligence-claims-can-you-sue-a-technology-adviser/): Failed IT projects and negligent technology advice can cost businesses dearly. Learn when English law gives you the right to claim compensation. (updated: 2026-06-19)
- [Negligent Mortgage Broker Advice: When Bad Advice Costs You](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/negligent-mortgage-broker-advice-when-bad-advice-costs-you/): If your mortgage broker recommended an unsuitable product, failed to disclose a conflict of interest, or gave advice that caused you serious financial loss, you may have a professional negligence claim. Our specialist Solicitors and Barristers explain the law, the common types of broker negligence, and how to pursue compensation. (updated: 2026-06-12)
- [Professional Negligence Claims in Property Development](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/professional-negligence-claims-in-property-development/): If negligent professional advice contributed to a failed property development, you may be entitled to compensation. Learn how professional negligence claims work, what losses can be recovered, and the key legal considerations under English law (updated: 2026-06-05)
- [Supreme Court on Legal Negligence: Can new evidence be admitted when valuing a lost chance claim?](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/supreme-court-case-negligent-solicitor-advice-quantification-loss-claim-advice/): Professional Negligence Solicitors and Barristers in London. Edwards v Hugh James Ford Simey, Supreme Court judgment expected: legal negligence. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Ted Baker’s Accountancy Negligence](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/claim-against-negligent-icaew-accountant-advice/): Struggling fashion retailer Ted Baker has appointed accounting firm Deloitte after finding £58 million hole in their balance sheets. Accountancy Professional Negligence Claim? Why have Ted Baker got a £58m... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Limits to the Limitation Defence: Hong Kong court rejects negligent solicitors time bar defence](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/limitation-defence-time-bar-negligent-solicitor-case-advice/): Professional Negligence Solicitors in London. Advice on legal negligence claims, suing solicitors and barristers, advice on limitation. Call 02071830529. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Supreme Court guidance on assessing the loss of chance](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/supreme-court-guidance-on-assessing-the-loss-of-chance/): The Supreme Court case of Perry v Raleys Solicitors [2019] UKSC 5 was an opportunity for the Court to consider the correct approach to determining loss of chance claims arising... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Case Study: Claimant successfully issues professional negligence claim in order to recover pre-action costs](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/case-study-court-appeal-claimant-successful-issue-claim-recover-pre-action-costs/): City of London Professional Negligence Solicitors & Barristers in London. Court of Appeal: claim for costs of adhering to Pre-Action Protocol successful. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Supreme Court clarifies the test for vicarious liability](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/supreme-court-vicarious-liability-specialist-lawyers/): The Supreme Court have handed down a highly anticipated judgment in WM Morrison Supermarkets plc (Appellant) v Various Claimants (Respondents) [2020] UKSC 12, regarding when employers will be held to... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Two wrongs don’t make a right: Solicitors held to be negligent after illegality defence is rejected by Court of Appeal](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/solicitors-negligent-despite-claimant-fraud/): In Grondona v Stoffel & Co [2018] EWCA Civ 2031, the Court of Appeal placed more importance on the public policy argument of clients being able to seek damages for... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Supreme Court considers admissibility of evidence not available at trial when determining loss of chance](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/supreme-court-considers-admissibility-of-evidence-not-available-at-trial-when-determining-loss-of-chance/): The Supreme Court case of Edwards v Hugh James Ford Simey Solicitors [2019] UKSC 54 provides useful insight as to the relevance of "new" evidence i.e. evidence which was not... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Case study: Successful result for our client against negligent conveyancers](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/successful-result-negligent-property-conveyancer-firm/): Expert Professional Negligence Law Firm: Our City of London Lawyers get compensation for our client in legal claim against property convenyancing company. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Court of Appeal holds law firm negligent in failing to register property restriction causing financial loss](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/court-of-appeal-holds-law-firm-negligent-in-failing-to-register-property-restriction-causing-financial-loss/): In Christopher Hugh Gosden and others v Halliwell Landau and others [2020] EWCA Civ 42 the Court of Appeal overturned a High Court decision concluding that the judge's approach to... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Disgruntled Architect loses professional negligence claim:](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/disgruntled-architect-loses-professional-negligence-claim/): Specialist negligence Law Firm | Compensation claim against negligent RIBA member? Bad advice from an architect? Get initial advice from our expert solicitors and barristers (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [High Court rules in solicitors’ favour in £865,000 property negligence claim](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/negligent-property-conveyancing-solicitor-claim-advice-high-court-loss-of-chance-mistake-case/): In Taray Investments Ltd & Anor v Gateley Heritage LLP the Honourable Mrs Justice Tipples DBE ruled that property developers could not prove a loss of investment opportunity caused by their solicitors' mistake. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Suing the wrong entity while time barred…](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/suing-the-wrong-entity-while-time-barred-standstill-defendants-claim-form/): Jenkins v JCP Solicitors - Suing correct defendant before limitation expires. Our City of London lawyers set out 4 professional negligence lessons. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Conveyancing Negligence: Failure to disclose planning report](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/conveyancing-negligence-failure-disclose-planning-report-on-title/): Court of Appeal, in Orientfield Holdings Ltd v Bird & Bird LLP held that solicitors' law firm Bird & Bird were liable for a duty breach - damages of £2m GBP (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Poorly Advised to Commence Private Prosecution?](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/poorly-advised-to-commence-private-prosecution/): The Professional Negligence Lawyers Association (“PNLA”) have been told that there will be surge in actions brought against solicitors in 2020, where their conduct has caused a collapse of a... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Cyber Negligence: Claims for Data Breaches from Cyber Attacks](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/negligent-error-cybersecurity-confidential-data-compensation-advice-2/): Expert Negligent Data Breach Solicitors and Barristers in London. Confidential personal data cyber hacked? Call 02071830529 for legal advice. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Osborne Clarke facing multi-million pound negligence claim](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/osborne-clarke-facing-multi-million-pound-negligence-claim/): FTSE 100 housebuilders Taylor Wimpey and Persimmon Homes have commenced proceedings against law firm Osborne Clarke for negligence and breach of contract. The Developers claim the Defendant solicitors were professionally... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Third Party Claims: Can a non-client start a claim in negligence against a professional?](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/third-party-duty-of-care-start-claim-negligence-against-solicitor-accountant-adviser-legal-advice/): Although generally only a client of a professional will have standing to bring a claim in negligence against professionals such as solicitors, barristers, tax advisers, accountants and surveyors, there are... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Negligent solicitors’ late service of Claim Form leads to wasted costs order](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/negligent-solicitor-late-last-minute-service-of-litigation-claim-form-wasted-costs-order-warning-legal-advice/): The recent High Court case of Jovicic & Ors v The Serbian Orthodox Church-Serbian Patriarchy [2020] EWHC 2229 (QB) is yet another case highlighting solicitor negligence where service of the claim... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Negligent solicitor struck off for failing to file accurate witness statement](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/legal-negligence-negligent-solicitor-struck-off-failure-file-accurate-witness-statement-claim-advice/): An important ruling by the Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal in the Solicitors Regulation Authority v Alastair James McGregor Gilfillan has reconfirmed that it is not only negligent for a solicitor to... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Commercial Court rejects pre-action disclosure application against allegedly negligent KPMG auditors](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/commercial-court-pre-action-disclosure-application-negligent-auditor-accountants-kpmg-liquidators/): The Commercial Court rejected Carillion (in liquidation)'s application against KPMG for pre-action disclosure, which application racked up half a million pounds of costs for both parties, on the basis that the application on the facts was not appropriate and the liquidators had adequately pleaded its case without disclosure of all of the relevant material which would be later disclosed in the course of litigation. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [High Court: When does a Director owe a duty of care to a Shareholder?](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/director-duty-of-care-to-shareholder-specialist-fiduciary-duty-legal-advice-solicitors/): HHJ Paul Matthews sitting in the High Court has handed down the highly anticipated judgment in Carmela De Sena v Joseph Notaro and others [2020] EWHC 1031 (Ch) regarding directors... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [What should be in a letter before claim for professional negligence?](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/what-should-be-in-a-letter-before-claim-action-for-professional-negligence/): In all professional negligence disputes the Civil Procedural Rules state that before starting a claim, certain procedural steps must be followed (depending on which type of professional you intend to sue). Informally... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Conveyancer Negligence: Failure to advise on chances of getting planning permission](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/conveyancer-negligence-failure-to-advise-on-chances-of-getting-planning-permission-property-transaction-claims-advice/): A claim has been issued by Zipporah Lisle-Mainwaring for £4.6 million against her former conveyancing solicitors Charles Russell Speechlys and argues that she should have been warned that she stood... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Conveyancer negligence in failing to advise on “obvious risks” of off-plan schemes](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/conveyancer-negligence-property-solicitor-purchase-risks-breach-of-duty-litigation/): A solicitor has been fined £10,000 by the Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal (SDT) after failing to advise a client on the "obvious risks" of off plan property development schemes, a common occurrence in cases of conveyancer negligence. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [When does the 6 year limitation period start?](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/holt-holly-steer-solicitors-court-of-appeal-time-limit-limitation-act-negligent-lawyer-claims/): The Court of Appeal have handed down the highly anticipated judgement in Holt v Holley & Steer Solicitors [2020] EWCA Civ 851 regarding a professional negligence claim bought against a... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Claim dismissed as failure to effect service within four months](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/failure-to-serve-claim-form-professional-negligence-specialist-solicitors/): Piepenbrock v Associated Newspapers [2020] EWHC 1708 is another case concerning where and when service may occur on the Defendant’s solicitors. The facts are similar to the Court of Appeal... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Immigration solicitor fined for meritless judicial review applications](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/negligent-immigration-solicitor-meritless-judicial-review-applications-claim-compensation-advice/): The SDT has found in SRA v Syed Wasif Ali (Case No. 12075-2020). An immigration solicitor who advised a number of his clients to bring meritless and in some cases... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Solicitor failed to advise on “obvious risks” of off-plan property schemes](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/negligent-solicitor-conveyancer-failure-advise-on-risks-property-development-scheme-advice/): An experienced solicitor who specialises in residential and commercial property law has been reprimanded by the Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal (SDT) for failing to advise on the “obvious risks” of four... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Case study: Court re-affirms importance of evidencing negligence allegations](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/case-study-court-judgment-importance-of-expert-evidence-pre-action-protocol-negligence-claims/): A recent High Court case in Ireland serves as reminder for professional negligence litigators in England and Wales of the importance of adducing expert evidence to substantiate allegations of negligence.... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Administrators sued for multi-million sale at undervalue of London property](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/administrator-bdo-sued-over-london-property-sale-negligent-administration-specialist-advice-lawyers/): The Particulars of Claim alleged that the administrators Binder Dijker Otte ("BDO") had failed to obtain a proper valuation for the the One Blackfriars building site, nicknamed the "Boomerang" in... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Solicitor’s Failure to File Statement of Costs Risks Negligence Claim](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/solicitor-failure-to-file-statement-of-costs-risks-negligence-claim-dba-lawyer-advice/): A recent case in the High Court, before Mr Justice Mostyn in Kuznetsov, R (On the Application Of) v London Borough of Camden [2019] EWHC 3910 (Admin), has held that a... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Court of Appeal holds Grant Thornton negligent in loss of chance case](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/auditor-negligence-grant-thornton-fraudulent-accounts-loss-of-chance-financial-losses-duty-of-care-professional/): In AssetCo v Grant Thornton [2020] EWCA Civ 1151, auditor Grant Thornton lost an appeal against a judgment awarding AssetCo damages of approximately £22.36 million following the negligent audit of AssetCo’s accounts. The auditor was found to have negligently failed to identify management's fraudulent misrepresentations as to the company's insolvency and was liable for the losses suffered by the company in the continued operation of its loss-making subsidiaries. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [High Court awards prospective buyers damages for surveyor’s negligence](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/high-court-damages-prospective-buyers-property-claim-for-surveyor-negligence-advice/): In Hart & Hart v Large [2020] EWHC 985 (TCC), the High Court has handed down importance guidance on the scope of a property surveyor's duty when advising a prospective... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Court does not have jurisdiction to transfer proceedings from Part 8 to Part 7](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/court-does-not-have-jurisdiction-to-transfer-proceedings-from-part-8-to-part-7-cpr-litigation-solicitor-negligence-delay/): There are two main ways in which Court proceedings can be issued - through Part 7 or Part 8 of the Civil Procedure Rules. This recent case on 16 December 2020 looked at the question of whether a judge can order the transfer of proceedings from Part 8 to Part 7 after the judge has made an order approving liability on behalf of a child and whether the claim had been managed properly from the outset of the litigation. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [High Court rejects Solicitor’s application for relief for failure to serve claim form on time](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/high-court-dimisses-solicitors-application-for-relief-for-failure-to-serve-timely-claim-form/): The High Court has dismissed a law firm's application for relief for failing to serve a claim form in a £683,000 case on time. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Solicitor struck off for misleading court and opponent solicitors in freezing order litigation](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/city-solicitor-struck-off-for-misleading-court-and-opponent-solicitors-freezing-order-litigation/): An ex-city partner has been struck off after allowing the court to grant a freezing order based on incorrect information. The freezing order was set aside and the city partner and has been ordered by the SDT to pay costs of £42,525. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [West Midlands firm sued for negligence for failing to advise on doubling ground rent clause](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/west-midlands-firm-sued-for-negligence-for-failing-to-advice-on-doubling-ground-rent-clause/): Solicitors firm, FBC Manby Bowdler, faces scrutiny after a recent case of a former leaseholder pursuing a professional negligence claim against the conveyancing firm, FBC Manby Bowdler for failing to notify their client of the incremental increase in ground rent on their leasehold property. If your conveyancer or solicitor has failed to adequately advise you on a property purchase, our professional negligence team can advise you on your matter and any potential complaint or legal claim. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Solicitor’s Negligence: The perils of serving an unsealed Claim Form](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/solicitor-negligence-the-perils-of-serving-an-unsealed-claim-form-advice/): In Ideal Shopping Direct Ltd & Ors v Visa Europe Ltd & Ors [2020] EWHC 3399, the High Court confirmed that a claimant's service of their unsealed amended claim forms... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Do I have a negligence claim against my Business Interruption Insurance Broker?](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/business-interruption-insurance-claims-negligent-advice-broker-second-opinion/): Many policyholders now will be seeking legal advice on whether they can claim for business interruption insurance as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. If you are seeking advice from... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Can a third party sue a professional for negligence?](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/can-a-third-party-sue-a-professional-for-negligence-advice/): Yes. Although the general rule is that only a client of a professional has standing to sue a professionals such as solicitors, barristers, tax advisers, accountants and surveyors, there are situations where a third party (i.e. not the... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Negligent Solicitor Case Study: High Court rules on date of assessment of loss](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/negligent-solicitor-case-study-high-court-rules-on-date-of-assessment-of-loss-no-win-no-fee-advice/): In Gosden and another v Halliwell Landau and another [2021] EWHC 159 (Comm) a claim of £985,300 has been awarded in damages after the firm of solicitors negligently failed to... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Firm avoids negligence claim after it is ruled time barred](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/firm-avoids-negligence-claim-after-it-is-ruled-time-barred/): In a recent case of Elliott v Hattens Solicitors, the Court of Appeal ruled that a professional negligence claim against a firm of solicitors was statute barred as the loss has occurred more than six years prior to the date of issue of proceedings. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Which professionals can I bring a claim against for negligence?](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/which-professionals-can-i-bring-a-claim-against-for-negligence-claimants-advice/): It is not just only a client who can issue a claim in negligence against their professional advisers. A claimant can be a client, third parties and even, rarely, those acting ‘on the other... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [How to draft a witness statement in a professional negligence claim](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/how-to-draft-a-witness-statement-in-a-professional-negligence-claim/): Do you have a claim against a professional? If you want expert legal advice, do not delay in instructing us so we can assess the legal merit of your case. We... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [What are the time limits on a professional negligence claim?](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/what-are-the-time-limits-on-a-professional-negligence-claim-no-win-no-fee-advice/): In all litigation, there are time limits by which ultimately your claim expires. In a professional negligence claim, it is crucial to think about limitation periods and to be aware... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Am I out of time? Beware of Limitation Periods in Professional Negligence Claims](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/limitation-periods-time-limits-bar-in-professional-negligence-claims-advice/): In a professional negligence claim, it is crucial to think about limitation periods and to be aware that there is an ultimate deadline by which you can bring a claim... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Bridging Lender sues Valuer over Negligent Valuation Report](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/bridging-lender-sues-valuer-over-negligent-valuation-report-claims-against-surveyors-advice/): A commercial secured bridging lender (Bridging Loans Limited) has issued High Court proceedings against a firm of valuers (Robert White Associates) for purportedly over-valuing a property upon which it took... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Should I make a Part 36 offer to settle my claim?](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/make-part-36-offer-to-settle-claim-adr-advantages-disadvantages-settlement-second-opinion-advice/): Part 36 is a provision in the Civil Procedure Rules (which govern the conduct of litigation in England and Wales). It aims to encourage parties to try to settle their... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Courting disaster: High Court refuses to validate defective service of Claim Form](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/courting-disaster-high-court-refuses-to-validate-defective-service-of-claim-form-no-win-no-fee-advice/): In the Judgment of Mr Justice Fraser in LSREF 3 Tiger Falkirk Ltd I S.a.r.l & Anor v Paragon Building Consultancy Ltd [2021] EWHC 2063 (TCC), the High Court has... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Case Study: High Court strikes out claim for failure to serve the particulars of claim in time](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/high-court-strikes-out-claim-for-failure-to-serve-particulars-in-time-missed-deadline-second-opinion-advice/): The case of M/S Unique Part Trading LLC & Anor v Regal Lodge Road Ltd [2020] EWHC 3871 (Ch) was struck out by the High Court due to the claimants... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Insufficient Authority: Wasted Costs Order Against Solicitors ‘Acting’ for a Company](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/insufficient-authority-wasted-costs-order-against-solicitors-acting-for-a-company/): The recent High Court case of Rushbrooke UK Ltd v 4 Designs Concept Ltd [2022] EWHC 1687 (Ch) HHJ (“Rushbrooke”), concerns solicitor negligence resulting in a wasted costs order. The... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Supreme Court provides new legal test for damages for negligent professional advice.](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/supreme-court-guidance-on-new-blueprint-for-professional-negligence-claims-second-opinion/): The cases of Manchester Building Society v Grant Thornton UK LLP [2021] UKSC 20 and Khan v Meadows [2021] UKSC 21 provide a new legal blueprint for professional negligence cases.  The landmark cases... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Firm Facing Negligence Claim for Using Junior Staff](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/firm-facing-negligence-claim-for-using-junior-staff/): The High Court case of Fortimat Properties SA v Pinsent Masons LLP [2022] EWHC 2411 (Comm) reveals that the international firm Pinsent Masons is facing a claim that it provided negligent... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Litigant in Person’s Attempt to Summon Solicitor Fails.](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/litigant-in-persons-attempt-to-summon-solicitor-fails/): A litigant in person, Brian Nesbitt, has been told by the High Court that there is no evidence of any wrongdoing on the part of legal advisers he had sought... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [High Court: Issuing claim close to limitation should be avoided](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/high-court-issuing-claim-close-to-limitation-should-be-avoided-second-opinion-advice/): In ABC & Ord v The London Borough of Lambeth [2021] EWHC 2057 (QB), the court answers the question as to when proceedings are commenced using the Electronic Working System... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Negligent Divorce Advice Costs Law Firm £400,000](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/negligent-divorce-advice-costs-law-firm-400000/): A UK law firm has been ordered by a court to pay £400,000 in damages to a former client for providing negligent divorce advice. The case highlights the importance of... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Liability & Quantum: Law Firm Held Negligent in Sheffield United FC Dispute but No Financial Loss](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/liability-quantum-law-firm-held-negligent-in-sheffield-united-fc-dispute-but-no-financial-loss/): A recent High Court ruling saw Anglo-Scottish law firm, Shepherd & Wedderburn (S&W), cleared of liability in the long-running Sheffield United FC ownership dispute. Mrs Justice Bacon found that the... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Inheritance Claim Approved by Court regardless of Solicitor’s Error](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/inheritance-claim-approved-by-court-regardless-of-solicitors-error/): In the High Court case of Colbourne v Cooke & Ors (Re Estate of Barbara Collier-White) [2022] EWHC 3029 (Ch), a woman who was unable to contest her mother's will... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Solicitor Lien in face of Negligence Claim (Settlement Offer & Expert Evidence)](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/specialist-solicitors-facing-professional-negligence-claim-for-failing-to-advise-client-on-settlement-offers-and-expert-evidence/): In Ellis v John Hodge Solicitors (a firm) [2022] EWHC 2284 (Comm) the claimant former client had originally instructed the defendant solicitors in a personal injury claim. Following a dissatisfactory result, where... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Clarity in Professional Negligence Cases: Percy v Merriman White](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/bringing-contribution-claims-percy-v-merriman-white/): In the recent case Percy v Merriman White and Mayall, the Court of Appeal clarified what must be proved by a contribution claimant to succeed in their contribution claim. Addressing... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Conveyancing Negligence: Defects in Solicitor’s Reports on Title](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/conveyancing-negligence-sdt-fines-solicitor-for-115-defective-reports-on-title/): What is a Report on Title? A report on title is a legal document prepared by a conveyancing lawyer and addressed to their Buyer client; it contains the conveyancer's findings... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Bringing Professional Negligence Claims: McClean & Others v Thornhill](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/protecting-yourself-from-professional-negligence-claims-mcclean-and-others-v-thornhill/): The case of McClean and Others v Thornhill sheds light on how those providing advice may now protect themselves based on the technicalities of a disclaimer. Multiple investors found themselves... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [The impact of Manchester Building Society v Grant Thornton on professional negligence claims](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/the-impact-of-manchester-building-society-v-grant-thornton-on-the-law-of-professional-negligence/): The case of Manchester Building Society v Grant Thornton UK LLP [2021] UKSC 20 has changed the legal approach towards professional negligence claims.  Upon hearing the case, the Supreme Court... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Case Study on Divorce Settlement Agreement Negligence: £0.5m Pension Sharing Financial Loss](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/case-study-on-divorce-settlement-agreement-negligence-0-5m-pension-sharing-financial-loss/): Joanne Lewis v Cunningtons Solicitors: High Court held solicitor negligent as had failed to give proper advice in divorce settlement relating to a £500k pension sharing order. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [High Court: Failure to serve Claim Form correctly leads to claim being struck out](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/high-court-failure-to-serve-claim-form-correctly-leads-to-claim-being-struck-out-no-win-no-fee-advice/): The recent judgment made by Mr. Justice Nicklin in London Borough of Ealing v Persons Unknown [2021] EWHC 2132 (QB) reiterates the importance of the duty to comply with the... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Loss of Chance in Claims Against Insurance Brokers](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/loss-of-chance-in-claims-against-insurance-brokers/): The concept of "loss of chance" is central to professional negligence claims against insurance brokers, as demonstrated by the Norman Hay v Marsh ruling. This article explores how this landmark case clarifies the legal principles, highlighting how a court will evaluate what might have happened had a broker not acted negligently. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Professional Negligence Claims against Immigration Lawyers](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/professional-negligence-claims-against-immigration-lawyers/): Professional negligence claims against immigration advisors result from perceived failures in the advisors' competence and care, causing harm or financial losses to clients. Negligence examples include incorrect applications, missed deadlines, and providing incorrect advice. Clients must prove breach of duty and harm to pursue claims. Resolution involves consultations with legal professionals, evidence collection, and negotiation, mediation, or litigation to seek compensation and redress clients' grievances. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [High Court: Solicitors Owe Enhanced Duties to Unsophisticated Clients (Negligence Claims Against Lawyers)](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/high-court-solicitors-owe-enhanced-duties-to-unsophisticated-clients-negligence-claims-against-lawyers/): The High Court ordered Cunningtons Solicitors to pay £400,000 to former client Joanne Lewis after finding the firm breached its enhanced duty of care to an unsophisticated and vulnerable client during her divorce proceedings (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Appeal Court rules tax silk has no duty of care to third parties](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/appeal-court-rules-tax-silk-has-no-duty-of-care-to-third-parties/): No legal duty owed to 3rd party investors who read counsel's advice (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [UK Professional Negligence Claims: Key Legal Cases & Principles](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/uk-professional-negligence-claims-key-legal-cases-principles/): Professional negligence claims involve holding professionals accountable for failing to meet the expected standard of care, resulting in client losses. Key factors in these claims include the scope of the professional's duty, extent of the breach, and causation of loss, with damages calculated under principles like the "SAAMCO cap", limiting recovery to losses within the duty's scope. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Surveyor Negligence in Cedar House Valuation Case](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/surveyor-negligence-in-cedar-house-valuation-case/): Hope Capital engaged Alexander Reece Thomson LLP to value Cedar House, which was intended as security for a loan. Hope claimed the valuation was negligent and sought damages. The court ruled the valuation was outside an acceptable range, but factors beyond negligence affected the property's value. The judge ultimately found that Hope suffered no actionable loss due to the negligence, leading to the claim's dismissal. This case underscores the need for a clear link between professional negligence and financial loss in claims, highlighting the importance of property valuation and professional negligence laws in the UK. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Professional Negligence in Property Valuation: Claims Against Valuers](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/professional-negligence-in-property-valuation-the-landmark-decision-in-bratt-v-jones-2025-claims-against-valuers/): The Court of Appeal's recent decision in Bratt v Jones [2025] EWCA Civ 562 represents a significant clarification of the legal principles governing professional negligence claims against property valuers. The... (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Professional Negligence in Legal Services: Lessons from King v DWF LLP](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/professional-negligence-in-legal-services-lessons-from-king-v-dwf-llp/): The case of King v DWF examines allegations of professional negligence and dishonesty. Despite claimants accusing their legal advisors of mismanagement during a 2017 trial, the court found these claims unmerited, highlighting the judicial resistance to recognising negligence in situations involving complex professional judgment. This case underscores the difficulty of proving negligence in scenarios reliant on subjective legal decisions, establishing high standards for such accusations in professional contexts. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Auditor’s Disclaimer Does Not Work: Amathus Drinks v EAGK LLP](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/auditors-disclaimer-does-not-work-amathus-drinks-v-eagk-llp/): The Amathus Drinks case, [2023] EWHC 2312 (Ch), has unveiled significant insights into professional negligence claims and contractual disclaimers. In this case, buyers accused accountants of negligence in detecting fraud during a company sale. The decision underscores the importance of evaluating disclaimers within the unique context of each case. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Unrealistic Cost Estimates Leads to Professional Negligence Claim](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/unrealistic-cost-estimates-leads-to-professional-negligence-claim/): The key takeaway from this case is offering realistic, transparent, and accurate cost estimates is both a professional duty and a vital element in preserving trust and integrity in the legal realm. Neglecting this obligation can lead to costly disputes, as demonstrated in the Amanda Kenton v Slee Blackwell LLP case, impacting both the law firm and its clients. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Solicitors’ Duty of Care to Third Parties](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/solicitors-duty-of-care-to-third-parties/): This article explores the Solicitors' Duty of Cares to Third Parties, particularly focusing on the recent Court of Appeal ruling in Ashraf v Lester Dominic Solicitors. While solicitors primarily owe duties to their clients, the case raised the question of whether they also bear responsibilities towards non-clients. The Court hinted at the possibility that solicitors, in certain circumstances, may owe a duty of care to third parties, such as completion of paperwork for property transactions. The case highlights the evolving landscape of solicitors' obligations. If you're considering a claim or need legal advice, our expert team of Professional Negligence Solicitors & Barristers is here to assist you. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Investment Gone Wrong? When You Can Sue a Financial Adviser for Negligent Advice](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/investment-gone-wrong-when-you-can-sue-a-financial-adviser-for-negligent-advice/): If you lost money due to bad financial advice, you may be entitled to compensation. Learn when negligent advice crosses the legal line, and how to claim. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Section 14A and Limitation Periods in UK Professional Negligence Claims](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/limitation-periods-in-professional-negligence-section-14a-and-recent-developments-in-the-uk/): This article provides a comprehensive overview of limitation periods in professional negligence claims within the UK legal system. It explains the standard six-year limitation period from the date of negligence, the important extension under Section 14A of the Limitation Act 1980 that allows claims within three years of discovering the negligence, and the absolute 15-year long-stop limit. The piece also examines recent significant court decisions that clarify when the “date of knowledge” starts the clock for claims, emphasizing the practical and fact-specific approach courts take. This guidance is essential for anyone seeking to understand their rights and deadlines in professional negligence litigation. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Scope of Duty in Professional Negligence Cases](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/scope-of-duty-in-professional-negligence-cases/): Understanding the scope of duty is crucial in any professional negligence case. This in-depth guide explores how UK courts assess whether a loss falls within the duties owed by professionals such as solicitors, accountants, and financial advisers, including key legal principles, recent case law, and practical advice for claimants. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Professional Negligence Claim Rejected or Delayed (Common Filing Mistakes to Avoid)](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/professional-negligence-claim-rejected-or-delayed-common-filing-mistakes-to-avoid/): Professional negligence claims are often delayed, weakened or dismissed because of avoidable procedural and evidential mistakes. Understanding the most common filing errors can significantly improve the prospects of a successful outcome. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Legal Action Guide: Bridging Loan Mis-selling and Solicitor Negligence](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/legal-action-guide-bridging-loan-mis-selling-and-solicitor-negligence/): This guide examines the legal framework, key case law, and practical steps for challenging negligent advice in bridging finance transactions, where solicitors have concurrent duties in both contract and tort. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Negligent Surveyor Overvaluation: How to Claim Compensation for Property Loss](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/negligent-surveyor-overvaluation-how-to-claim-compensation-for-property-loss/): If a surveyor overvalued your property and caused financial loss, you may have a professional negligence claim. This guide explains how to claim compensation, key legal principles, and what losses you can recover under English law. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Challenging Unclear ‘No-Win, No-Fee’ Agreements (Professional Negligence)](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/challenging-unclear-no-win-no-fee-agreements-professional-negligence/): Unclear ‘no-win, no-fee’ agreements can create disputes over liability for costs and success fees. Clients may challenge such agreements if terms were ambiguous or not properly explained, raising questions of professional negligence and contractual fairness. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [How to Prove Professional Negligence: A Step-by-Step Legal Guide](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/how-to-prove-professional-negligence-a-step-by-step-legal-guide/): Discover how to prove professional negligence under English law with this step-by-step guide. Learn how to establish duty of care, breach, causation, and loss, and understand key legal principles that determine whether you have a valid claim. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Vicarious Liability and AI: Who Is Responsible When Technology Causes Loss?](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/vicarious-liability-and-ai-who-is-responsible-when-technology-causes-loss/): Who is liable when AI causes harm? This article explores the limits of vicarious liability and how UK law is adapting to emerging AI risks. (updated: 2026-06-02)
- [Can Directors Sue Professional Advisers for Business Losses?](https://professionalnegligenceclaimsolicitors.co.uk/can-directors-sue-professional-advisers-for-business-losses/): Can directors sue professional advisers for business losses? This article explains when claims belong to the company or the director personally, and how professional negligence law applies in cases involving solicitors, accountants, auditors, and financial advisers. (updated: 2026-06-02)

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