Professional Negligence Explained: Do You Have a Valid Claim?
When you hire a professional—whether it's a lawyer, financial advisor, or contractor—you expect expertise and accountability. But when that standard isn't met and you suffer a loss, professional negligence may be to blame. At Foster Ross , we help individuals and families across Canada take legal action when professionals fail in their duties. This includes everything from housing disrepair claims to investment fraud and tenancy disputes. What Is Professional Negligence? Professional negligence arises when a qualified expert breaches their duty of care, leading to harm or financial loss. To make a valid claim, three conditions must be met: The professional owed you a duty of care. They breached that duty. You suffered damages as a result. For example, if you received poor advice from a financial advisor Canada resulting in financial loss, or were misled into risky cryptocurrency deals, you may have grounds for a legal claim. Scammed Online? We Can Help Have you ...