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Professional Negligence Claims Against Surveyors, Scotland

Buying a house is one of the biggest purchases you will ever make, whether it is a place to live or an investment. As with any high value purchase, you want to be sure that you are fully informed before making it.

That is why it is sensible to instruct a surveyor to carry out an in-depth assessment of the property and identify any defects.

The surveyor will also provide advice on the effect any problems with the property will have on you, such as the need to pay for repairs. In most cases, surveyors will do their job with no problems.

If they provide a substandard service, you may be in a position where you have to sue a surveyor for a professional negligence claim.

The expert solicitors at Jones Whyte are on hand to help you pursue compensation for any loss you may have incurred as a result of surveyor negligence.

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Surveyors’ Duty Of Care

A surveyor’s report is able to tell you a number of things, such as whether there are any structural issues with the residential property or commercial property you are buying. For example a chimney stack about to fall down, or whether there are any minor (or major) repairs that will need to be carried out.

In delivering their services, surveyors, like all professionals, owe their clients a duty of care and must demonstrate the skill level expected of a competent surveyor.

They are in danger of breaching their surveyor’s duty of care and causing financial loss to their clients if their service falls below the professional standards expected.

If you have instructed a surveyor prior to purchasing a property and that surveyor missed defects in the property or overvalued the property, this can result in significant financial loss to you due to surveyor negligence. If this has happened to you, contact the specialist surveyor negligence solicitors at Jones Whyte today.

We can support you through the legal process and your claim against a surveyor and ensure it is resolved in your favour.

Understanding Professional Negligence

Professional negligence occurs when a surveyor fails to perform their duties to the required standard, resulting in financial loss or other damages to their client. Our experienced solicitors are dedicated to helping you navigate the complexities of making a negligence claim and ensuring you receive the compensation you deserve.

Common Issues Leading to Claims

Clients often encounter several issues that can lead to negligence claims against surveyors, such as:

Undetected Structural Issues: Failing to identify significant structural problems.
Inaccurate Valuations: Providing incorrect property valuations.
Overlooked Defects: Missing critical defects that affect the property’s value and safety.

The Claims Process

Initial Consultation: We offer a confidential consultation to discuss your case and the potential for a claim.
Evidence Gathering: Our team will help you collect all necessary documentation and evidence to support your claim.
Legal Strategy: We develop a tailored legal strategy to pursue your claim effectively.
Negotiation and Settlement: Whenever possible, we aim to resolve disputes through negotiation to achieve a fair settlement.
Court Representation: If needed, we provide robust representation to ensure your case is presented effectively in court.

Why Choose Our Expert Team

Our team of specialist solicitors has a proven track record in handling professional negligence claims against surveyors. We combine legal expertise with a client-focused approach, ensuring you receive personalised support throughout the process.

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Suing a Surveyor – Negligence Claims

At Jones Whyte, we understand that suing a surveyor for negligence can be a daunting task. To make a compensation claim for surveyor negligence, you must take legal action.

Our team specialise in surveyor negligence compensation claims, we have the expertise and dedication necessary to ensure you have the best prospects of successfully pursuing compensation.

Whether your surveyor fails to notice something important, or on the basis of their advice, caused you to overestimate the market value of your property causing incorrect valuations, you can rely on the expert solicitors at Jones Whyte to carry out your surveyor negligence claim and obtain the maximum amount of financial compensation possible.

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At Jones Whyte we have a dedicated team with vast experience in providing civil legal advice.

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Deborah Carmichael Partner & Solicitor Advocate

Matthew Currie Associate

Marc Onorati Associate

Other Services We Offer

At Jones Whyte, our professional negligence lawyers are part of the disputes team.

We have experience with many types of disputes, including:

We can also help if you are defending a court action.

Whatever sort of dispute you are involved in, contact Jones Whyte. Our expert lawyers will be able to support you throughout the process, as we seek a beneficial resolution.