Professional Negligence Claims

Professional Negligence Solicitors in Dublin

When you hire a professional, you expect them to provide services that meet acceptable standards of competence and care. When professionals fail to meet these standards and you suffer financial loss as a result, you may have grounds for a professional negligence claim.

At Gary Matthews Solicitors, we have extensive experience pursuing professional negligence claims against solicitors, accountants, financial advisors, architects, surveyors, and other professionals throughout Ireland. We work on a no win no fee basis to help you recover your losses.

No Win, No Fee Professional Negligence Claims

Professional negligence cases can be complex and expensive to pursue. Our no win no fee guarantee means you take no financial risk when seeking compensation.

What is Professional Negligence?

Professional negligence occurs when a professional fails to provide services to the standard expected of a reasonably competent practitioner in that field, resulting in financial loss or other harm to the client. To succeed, you must prove:

Duty of care - A professional relationship existed
Breach of duty - The professional failed to meet expected standards
Causation - The breach directly caused your loss
Damages - You suffered quantifiable losses

Types of Professional Negligence Claims

Solicitor Negligence

Missing court deadlines or limitation periods
Providing incorrect legal advice
Failing to conduct proper searches in conveyancing
Mishandling litigation or settlement negotiations
Conflict of interest failures
Inadequate Will drafting causing inheritance issues

Accountant Negligence

Incorrect tax advice leading to penalties
Errors in accounts or audit reports
Failure to identify financial irregularities
Poor tax planning advice
Missed tax relief opportunities

Financial Advisor Negligence

Inappropriate investment advice
Failure to assess risk tolerance
Recommending unsuitable financial products
Non-disclosure of commissions or conflicts
Pension transfer advice failures

Architect and Engineer Negligence

Design defects causing structural problems
Inadequate supervision of construction
Failure to comply with building regulations
Cost estimate errors

Surveyor Negligence

Failing to identify property defects
Inaccurate valuation causing financial loss
Inadequate structural surveys

Insurance Broker Negligence

Failing to obtain adequate coverage
Not advising on policy exclusions
Errors in policy placement

Compensation for Professional Negligence

If you've suffered loss due to professional negligence, you may be entitled to compensation for:

Direct financial losses - Money lost due to the negligence
Consequential losses - Additional losses flowing from the negligence
Lost opportunities - Business or investment opportunities missed
Interest on losses - Compensation for loss of use of money
Legal costs - Costs incurred in rectifying the situation
Emotional distress - In some cases, compensation for stress and anxiety

Common Examples of Professional Negligence

Conveyancing Negligence

Your solicitor fails to conduct proper searches, and you discover after purchase that the property has planning enforcement issues or unpaid charges, reducing its value significantly.

Litigation Negligence

Your solicitor misses a court deadline, causing your case to be struck out, and you lose the opportunity to claim compensation you were entitled to.

Tax Advice Negligence

Your accountant provides incorrect tax advice resulting in significant penalties and interest charges from Revenue.

Investment Advice Negligence

Your financial advisor recommends high-risk investments unsuitable for your circumstances, resulting in substantial financial losses.

Survey Negligence

A surveyor fails to identify serious structural defects in a property you purchase, leading to expensive repair costs.

Time Limits Apply

You generally have six years from the date of negligence (or when you discovered it) to make a professional negligence claim. However, this can vary depending on the circumstances. Contact us promptly to ensure you don't miss the deadline.

Why Choose Gary Matthews Solicitors?

Specialist Expertise - Extensive experience in professional negligence law
Expert Witness Network - Access to leading professionals across all fields
No Win, No Fee - Zero financial risk for you
Detailed Case Analysis - Thorough investigation of your claim
Maximum Compensation - We fight for full recovery of your losses
24/7 Availability - Contact us anytime for advice
Proven Track Record - Successfully represented numerous clients against professionals

How to Make a Professional Negligence Claim

Step 1: Initial Consultation

Contact us for a free assessment of your case. We'll review the professional's conduct and advise on the merits of your claim.

Step 2: Evidence Gathering

We'll collect all relevant documentation including contracts, correspondence, reports, and financial records.

Step 3: Expert Opinion

We'll obtain an independent expert opinion from a professional in the same field to support your claim.

Step 4: Letter of Claim

We'll send a formal letter of claim to the professional setting out the allegations and your losses.

Step 5: Negotiation

Many professional negligence claims settle through negotiation with the professional's insurers.

Step 6: Litigation

If settlement cannot be reached, we'll represent you in court proceedings to recover your losses.

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