Professional Liability

Michigan Professional Liability Defense Lawyers

At the law office of Kaufman, Payton & Chapa, we defend business and medical professionals and organizations facing professional liability lawsuits. We have represented real estate agents and brokers, insurance agents and brokers, architects, title companies, construction companies, foster care facilities, adoption agencies, nursing homes, outpatient clinical labs, hospitals, doctors, and lawyers in cases alleging professional malpractice and professional liability.

Contact our professional liability lawyers when you need an experienced attorney on your side.

Our Insurance Defense Experience Gives Us an Edge

Kaufman, Payton & Chapa understands insurance. It's the primary focus of our firm — defense of insurance companies and the businesses and professionals they serve. Our background in insurance law and our in-depth understanding of E & O insurance (errors and omissions) policies makes our firm an excellent choice for professionals facing allegations of negligence or misconduct.

We know the pressures professionals face, both in the daily performance of their duties and when allegations of wrongdoing are raised. A lawsuit can threaten your ability to work in your chosen field. If you have been accused of professional misconduct, you need experienced attorneys to protect you and your reputation.

Kaufman, Payton & Chapa is, above all else, a results-oriented law firm. We strive to produce results cost-effectively and efficiently, whether by skillful negotiation or through trial court representation. We work hard to protect our clients' interests.

  • We are familiar with real estate litigation [Link to Real Estate Law and Litigation] and the elements of malpractice allegations involving title searches or the purchase, sale and inspection of real property
  • We are familiar with construction law and malpractice issues facing builders, architects and engineers
  • We handle medical malpractice, nursing home malpractice, and personal injury cases

Individuals can find themselves the subject of lawsuits based on actions taken in their professional capacities. Certain professions leave their practitioners particularly open to being sued for inappropriate actions — or for failure to act. If you have been accused of professional negligence, breach of fiduciary duty, or misconduct, discuss your situation with an experienced attorney right away.

We invite you to contact one of our three Michigan law offices in Farmington Hills, Detroit, and Grand Rapids to schedule a consultation with one of our professional liability lawyers. Please call us at (248) 626-5000.