Areas of Expertise

The answer is generally yes if you can show that the professional has not acted in accordance with what is considered competent professional practice in Australia at the relevant time. This involves a consideration of what is generally regarded as the standard for professional practice as it operated when your injury or loss occurred and if we can demonstrate a departure from that standard then a claim for compensation may be available to you.

Generally the time limit for a professional negligence claim is 6 years from the date of causation of the loss. If however the loss relates strictly to a personal injury claim then the time limit is 3 years. To consider what might be applicable to your circumstances, you need to obtain expert advice.

At Keen Lawyers we have been specialising in professional negligence cases for many years. We have pursued claims against doctors, hospitals, lawyers, accountants and so on. We understand what is required to succeed in these claims and how to maximise your entitlement to compensation.

We will assess your claim and look to see whether it is best to pursue a claim based on negligence or breach of contract. You may have been misled by your professional or you may have been given the incorrect advice and this may have led to you suffering injury or loss. We will investigate your case to look at what possible compensation is available to you. Most professionals are insured and in a lot of cases we therefore pursue claims against insurers, rather than against the individual. We can provide you with the correct advice about the best method of pursuing a claim, the time periods involved and the costs involved.

Contact Keen Lawyers today and speak to our principal Lawyer regarding your possible professional negligence claim.