Are There Malpractice Claims against Architects and Engineers?
As with many other specialized professionals, architects and engineers can be sued for failing to meet a specified duty. If an architect or engineer is under contract to perform a professional service, and that service leads to injury, the victims of that injury are able to sue for damages in a malpractice suit. When Can an Architect or Engineer be held Liable?
If a structure is found to be unsafe, the engineers and architects under contract can be sued for failure to fulfill the contract adequately. Additionally, if an engineer or architect reviews structure for a prospective buyer and carelessly approves the structure¿s soundness and durability, they can also be held liable. Should I Contact a Personal Injury Attorney about My Malpractice Claim?
If you have been injured in an accident involving a building or structure and believe that the structure was structurally unsound, the advice of a personal injury attorney can be helpful in assessing your prospective case.
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