Labour and employment law claims have remained steady in count and cost over the past decade, consistently costing LAWPRO about $1 million dollars each year. These claims are notable for having errors of law claims that are costly in relation to their numbers.

Furthermore, the emotional toll of a job loss and resulting legal fight can leave lawyers in this area more likely to have claims made against them for ‘civil rights violations’ or ‘malicious prosecution’, alleging wrongdoing, bias or colluding against the client.

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