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Professional negligence claim FAQs

What is a professional negligence claim?

A professional negligence claim involves seeking compensation when a professional fails to perform their duties to the required standard, resulting in financial loss or damage to the client. It aims to hold the professional accountable for their substandard service.

How do I know if I can claim for professional negligence?

If you have been let down by a professional and suffered some quantifiable loss then you may have a claim; you’re going to need our team of professional negligence lawyers by your side to help ensure the best outcome.

Firstly, you will need to establish that the professional in question owed you a duty of care in carrying out your instructions. It is important in a successful claim for professional negligence to prove that the professional breached their duty of care and that this has caused your loss.

How much is my professional negligence claim worth?

This depends on each individual case. Often you will need expert evidence to determine the loss. Our specialists can assist you in establishing whether you have a worthwhile claim for professional negligence.

How much will a professional negligence claim cost?

This depends on each individual professional negligence case. We will discuss funding options with you at the earliest opportunity.

You could also have legal expenses insurance in place, which may cover the legal costs of making a claim. This is often added to your home insurance policy and referred to as family legal protection. Alternatively, you may be a member of a union which provides funding or legal assistance.

How long do I have to make a professional negligence claim?

Usually, it will be necessary to issue court proceedings within six years of you suffering the loss. If you do not do this, there is a risk you will not be able to make a claim for professional negligence.  Time limits are something which we can provide advice on once we have fully reviewed your claim.

How to prove professional negligence?

To prove professional negligence, you must show that the professional owed you a duty of care, breached this duty by not meeting the expected standards, and caused you a loss directly resulting from this breach.

How to claim professional negligence?

To claim professional negligence, gather evidence of the professional's duty, breach, and resulting loss. Consult a solicitor experienced in negligence claims to evaluate your case, draft a formal complaint, and pursue compensation through negotiation or legal action.

What are the elements of professional negligence?

The elements of professional negligence include establishing a duty of care owed by the professional, a breach of that duty, causation linking the breach to the loss, and demonstrable damages or losses resulting from the breach.

What are the requirements for a professional negligence claim?

Requirements for a professional negligence claim include proving the existence of a duty of care, a breach of that duty by the professional, causation showing the breach caused your loss, and quantifiable damages or losses resulting from the breach.

What is the limitation period for professional negligence claims?

The limitation period for professional negligence claims in the UK is generally six years from the date of the negligent act or omission. However, in some cases, it may be three years from the date you became aware of the negligence.

If you think you may have a claim for professional negligence we would suggest your contact us so we can advise you further. Speak to our legal experts on 01616 966 229 or complete our online enquiry from and a member of the team will contact you directly.