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

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.

Citation: [1995] JLR 223
Parties: Applicant: Viberts; Respondent: Golder
Jurisdiction: Jersey
Judgment Date: 13 July 1995
Procedural Posture: Civil / Judgment
Outcome: judgment for applicant
Legal Topics: Damages, Measure of Damages, Negligent Preparation of Contract, Diminution in Value of Land

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

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Parties

Viberts

Applicant

Golder

Respondent

Procedural Posture

Civil / Judgment

Legal Issues

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

Ratio Decidendi

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.

Court Disposition

judgment for applicant