28. Professionals Are Liable For Negligent Misrepresentation When They Make An Incorrect Statement:
Negligent misrepresentation is the making of an incorrect statement made without due care for its accuracy. The plaintiff must prove he or she relied on the statement. However, the professional’s duty of care has been limited by case law to a class of persons with whom the professional has a special relationship (i.e., who used the information as part of a contemplated transaction).
