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There are many different types of engineer all of which are highly specialised. This category includes the consultants who design and manage engineering works and the contractors who carry the work out. Typical disputes within the trade may involve civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, chemical or marine engineers all of whom will usually be contracted to carry out work under a highly specialised agreement often drawn up by lawyers. Due to the high value of many contracts it is not surprising that there is scope for engineers professional negligence compensation claims however in most cases they are not the main defendant in legal action but are brought in as a third party by the principle defendant who denies liability and who seeks to apportion blame elsewhere.
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In common with all similar claims, in order to succeed in an engineers professional negligence compensation claim it is necessary to demonstrate that the engineering firm owes the client or contractor a duty of care which is usually evidenced by the written agreement. Thereafter it is necessary to prove negligence by showing that the defendant has failed to exercise reasonable skill and care that has directly resulted in financial loss. It is only possible to claim losses that have been directly caused by the negligent act and losses that are more remote and are not foreseeable, cannot be claimed. In many cases it is not necessary to show negligence when there has been a direct breach of contract.
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Our solicitors deal with engineers professional negligence claims using the no win no fee scheme. We do not ask our clients to fund or finance the legal action and there are no expenses to pay. We insure against losing the case and being ordered to pay third party costs and claims are therefore completely risk free for our clients. If you would like free advice, simply use the helpline or complete the contact form and a solicitor who specialises in civil litigation will speak to you without any further obligation. We will take full details of your potential compensation claim over the phone and will advise you about our views on liability and the potential amount of damages that may be awarded.