The courts are often called upon to sanction treatment for patients whose ability to make decisions for themselves is impaired. In a recent case on point , the Court of Protection had to decide whether it was in the best interests of a man with mental...
Individuals and business often seek the advice and assistance of professionals.
These may include medical practitioners to treat complaints and to perform surgery; dental surgeons to fill cavities or to insert implants; accountants to prepare trading accounts and to advise on taxation; architects to design buildings; and solicitors to handle all types of legal work, including commercial and residential conveyancing, representing clients in court cases, and handling the administration of the estate of a deceased person. The common factor is that irrespective of the category of professional, all are taken to have assumed responsibility to the clients/patients, and so owe both a duty of care in tort and contractual obligations.
How We Can Help
T G Baynes has an experienced Civil Litigation Department, whose lawyers have dealt with many professional negligence claims, including cases against Medical Practitioners, Solicitors, Surveyors, Accountants, and other professionals. If you think you have been let down by a professional person, then please contact us to see how we can help.