A negligent structural engineer can cause enormous problems, such as structural insecurity, massive delays and a need for costly corrective work. In order to prove the negligence of the engineer and successfully claim professional negligence compensation, you will need an independent structural engineer to write a report. If they believe that the engineer in question was liable, you are far more likely to win your claim.
Sometimes, in order to ensure fairness, the independent expert chosen to produce a report will often be appointed by a joint agreement between the two parties (the claimant and their lawyers on one side, and the defendant and their lawyers on the other). However, in the majority of cases, each party will instruct their own expert to produce a report. Despite the impartiality of the experts involved this often leads to different conclusions making it absolutely crucial that a real expert is chosen. A good expert witness will not only have an exhaustive knowledge of structural engineering, but experience acting as an expert witness in negligence claim cases the past. This experience is crucial given the importance of a well structured report and the need for poise should the expert need to give evidence in court.
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If you are thinking about making a professional negligence compensation claim against a negligent structural engineer, you will need expert solicitors on your side. Our professional negligence lawyers have the experience and contacts with independent experts needed to give you the best chance of winning the compensation you deserve; so:
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