As a director or professional, you strive to perform your duties to the best of your abilities and act in a way that is expected of you. However, you may still be held liable for mismanagement or professional errors. For instance, your company may accumulate debts, and shareholders or creditors may claim that this is due to your actions. Or a client may have suffered damages and believes that this is a result of your mistakes. If you find yourself in such a situation, you can count on the liability specialists of Wijn & Stael. They will provide you with advice and support if you are held liable or if you are facing the risk of being held liable. They can also assist you if you want to hold a director or professional liable for damages that you have suffered.

Legal assistance for director's liability
If your company is facing financial difficulties, it is crucial for you as a director or supervisor to carefully consider the obligations you enter into and the payments you make. This will prevent you from being personally held responsible for irresponsible transactions later on. The attorneys in our Liability Law section are aware of the risks and consequences, and can therefore provide you with excellent assistance in making the right decisions in this situation. If you are still held liable for mismanagement despite your efforts, they will provide you with expert advice on the possible steps, negotiate with the opposing party on your behalf, and assist you in the liability procedure or disciplinary case.

Legal assistance for professional liability
If you are a attorney, accountant, appraiser, real estate agent, or another type of independent professional, you may also be involved in a liability procedure. This can happen when a client has suffered financial or personal damage and claims that this is due to your providing incorrect advice, failing to check the numbers properly, or making another professional mistake. In this case as well, you can rely on our liability attorneys. They will examine your situation, engage in discussions with the opposing party, and do everything in their power to prevent liability. If that is not possible, they will represent you in civil court or the disciplinary committee. They have already won many cases for our clients in these forums.

Holding a director or professional liable
The attorneys in our Liability Law section do not only represent directors and professionals. They also assist you if you want to hold a director or professional liable for damages that you or your company have suffered. This may be the case if a client is unable to pay your bills, and this is due to the director's actions. Or if you receive a tax penalty because your accountant made serious mistakes in your tax return. In these situations, our attorneys can help you by examining your chances, calculating your damages, negotiating with the director or professional, or representing you in a liability procedure.