Jersey Judgment

Viberts v Golder [1995] JLR 223 (13 July 1995)

Contract Law Professional Negligence Damages Measure of Damages Negligent Preparation of Contract Diminution in Value of Land

Citation: [1995] JLR 223
Status: Judgment
Jurisdiction: Jersey
Posture: Civil / Judgment

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The court held that the diminution in value of the land is the correct measure of damages for an advocate's negligent preparation of a contract of purchase of land.

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judgment for applicant

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Viberts

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Golder

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Civil / Judgment

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What is the appropriate measure of damages for an advocate's negligent preparation of a contract for the purchase of land?

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Applicant: The applicant seeks damages for losses suffered due to the advocate's negligent preparation of the contract for the purchase of land.
Respondent: The respondent disputes the measure of damages claimed and/or liability for the alleged negligence.

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[1995] JLR 223

The appropriate measure of damages for negligent preparation of a contract for the purchase of land is the diminution in value of the land.

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The court held that the diminution in value of the land is the correct measure of damages for an advocate's negligent preparation of a contract of purchase of land.

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judgment for applicant

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