Professional Liability

In Ontario, certain professionals have a legal responsibility to their clients. There are many different fields in which professional liability can affect, including medicine, law, finance, and construction. Professional liability is designed to maintain the standard of care and work in high-stakes industries. If you've recently been served with a lawsuit for negligence or professional liability, the experienced civil lawyer in Toronto and Ontario, Robert Karrass, and the Karrass Law team can help you. 

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Who Can Be Affected By Liability Lawsuits?

Professional liability mandates professionals to adhere to the standards and practices accepted in their respective fields.

Some professionals that may find themselves in need of a civil litigation lawyer because of professional liability include: 

• Doctors and Surgeons
• Nurses and Healthcare Practitioners
• Dentists, Orthodontists, Periodontists etc
• Psychiatrists and Therapists
• Legal Professionals
• Lawyers & Legal Consultants
• Accountants and Auditors
• Financial Advisors and Planners
• Architects and Engineers
• Contractors and Builders
• Real Estate Agents and Brokers
• Property Managers
• Advertising Agencies
• Graphic Designers and Web Developers
• Management Consultants 
• Environmental Consultants
• & Much More

When Does Professional Liability Warrant a Civil Lawsuit?

If a professional has breached a contract, failed to deliver the standard of care, or has been negligent in their fulfillment of duties that result in harm or loss, a lawsuit seeking professional liability may ensue. Many professionals obtain liability insurance to offset the costs of legal actions and settlements in these situations.  

Allegations in professional liability suits can vary, but common examples include:

• Insufficient Diligence: Failure to exercise due care or thoroughness in professional duties.
• Breach of Professional Standards: Not adhering to the norms and guidelines set by professional bodies.
• Negligence: Carelessness or failure to act with the prudence expected of a professional.
• Misrepresentation: Providing false or misleading information in a professional capacity.
• Breach of Confidentiality: Unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information.

For more insight into how this can affect you and how to best proceed with your defence, talk to an experienced civil lawyer with a proven track record. At Karrass Law, our professionals provide personal legal advice and action for the plaintiff or defendant. 

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Signs You Should Pursue Legal Action

If you've been negatively affected by a professional you've trusted to the point of financial loss or personal harm, you may benefit from a civil lawsuit. Some indicators that you have a valid case include:

• Evidence of Negligence: If the professional's actions fell below the accepted standard of care, leading to harm or loss.
• Breach of Contract: When the terms of a professional agreement are not met.
• Misrepresentation or Fraud: If false statements or deceptive practices were used.
• Financial Loss or Harm: Especially if it's directly linked to the professional's actions or advice.

If you notice any of the above signs, book a consultation with the leading litigation boutique in Toronto, Karrass Law. 

Signs of Defence Against Professional Liability Lawsuits

If you or your business has been named in a lawsuit for negligence, contract breach, or other forms of professional liability, the legal team at Karrass Law may be able to help. Our team will review your case and help you build the most robust defence possible. Defending against a professional liability lawsuit involves several key strategies:

• Proof of Adherence to Standards: Demonstrating that actions are aligned with professional standards.
• Absence of Duty: Showing that no duty of care was owed to the claimant.
• Lack of Causation: Arguing that the professional's actions did not directly cause the harm or loss.
• Contributory Negligence: Indicating that the claimant's actions contributed to their own harm or loss.

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