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Professional Negligence Claims Against a Surveyor
Our professional negligence lawyers have years of experience in handling claims against a surveyor.
Types of Claims Against A Surveyor
Surveyors are crucial in ensuring legal, financial and structural matters are properly investigated for property owners. Here are some common types of claims against surveyors:
Incorrect Valuations
Claims can arise if a surveyor supplies an incorrect valuation of a property which then results in financial loss for the client.
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If a surveyor carries out a survey of a property and faults to spot issues, such as problems with the environment, structural defects and more. This may build up grounds for a claim.
Get In TouchBoundary Disputes
A boundary dispute may arise due to a surveyor incorrectly understanding a boundary, which may lead to issues with neighbours.
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Surveyors may fail to adhere to correct regulations such as planning laws or safety regulations.
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Claims may occur if a surveyor fails to supply an adequate survey. Clients may claim they suffered financial loss and were unaware of possible issues with the property.
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How Can We Help You?
We understand the crucial role surveyors play in property related tasks such as:
- property valuation,
- building surveys and inspections,
- planning and development
and more.
They ensure the legal and technical side of property ownership and development are managed correctly. If they breach their duties they can cause harm and long-lasting problems for home and business owners.
Making a claim against your surveyor can be time consuming, complicated and stressful, having a team who have the knowledge and understanding of working on claims against a surveyor is vital. Thomas Harvey Solicitors have amassed many years of experience in professional negligence cases and are well equipped to support you with your claim.
At Thomas Harvey Solicitors, our managing partner, Steven Newdall, is readily available to support you. With extensive experience and a history of successful cases, he is dedicated to achieving the best results for you.
If you’ve experienced poor building surveys, incorrect advice or information on planning and development, an inadequate property valuation or more, get in touch today.
Funding Options
Discounted No Win No Fee
In some cases, we operate on a Discounted No Win No Fee basis, meaning either you will only pay a portion of your legal fees on an ongoing basis and you will not pay the balance ( and the success fee) unless we successfully recover compensation for you.
Hourly Rates
For clients who prefer a more traditional approach, we can provide services at an hourly rate. We’ll keep you informed about the time spent on your case and the associated costs.
Fixed Fees
In certain situations, we may offer fixed fee arrangements for specific services, providing clarity on costs from the outset.
Legal Expenses Insurance
If you have legal expenses insurance, it may cover some or all of your legal costs. We can help you explore this option.
Our Approach To Professional Negligence Claims
STEP 1
Case Evaluation
We start with a comprehensive evaluation of your case to understand the specifics and determine the merits of your claim. This involves gathering all relevant information and evidence to establish a clear picture of the situation.
STEP 2
Diligent Preparation
Once we have evaluated your case, we meticulously prepare by assembling a strong foundation for your claim. This includes gathering detailed documentation, consulting with experts if necessary, and formulating a strategic plan tailored to your unique circumstances.
STEP 3
Robust Representation
With thorough preparation in place, we provide robust representation to advocate for your interests. Our professional negligence solicitors are committed to fighting relentlessly on your behalf, whether through negotiation, mediation, or litigation, to achieve the best possible outcome for your case.
Frequently Asked Questions
If your surveyor fails to meet the standard expected of them, leading to errors such as undervaluing a property, missing structural issues or providing incorrect advice which has caused financial loss or harm, this can lead to a professional negligence claim.
To prove a Professional Negligence claim in tort against a surveyor, you must be able to show:
- The surveyor owed you a duty of care.
- They surveyor breached their duties by being negligent.
- The breach then caused you financial loss or harm.
- You had a contract with the surveyor for them to perform services.
- The surveyor breached that contract.
- The breach caused you loss or harm financially.
Examples include:
- Incorrect valuations
- Inadequate surveys
- Boundary disputes
- Failure to follow regulations
- Negligent reporting
If your surveyor owed you a duty of care and that duty has been breached and caused you a loss, you may have a claim.
Contact us today to assess the merits of your claim. 0113 512 7737.
Compensation will usually cover any financial losses, the cost of issues caused by negligence being rectified, and damages for any loss in value of your property. The exact amount depends of your unique circumstances.
You will usually have six years from the date of when the surveyor was negligent, or three years from when you became aware of it. You should always act quickly and seek legal advice to ensure your claim is filed within the time limits.
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Our approach to handling professional negligence claims involves a thorough evaluation of the case, diligent preparation, and robust representation.
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