Murray and Another v Bannerman Brydone Folster & Co. - [1970] NZLR 1034

Law practitioners — Solicitor and client — Obligations of solicitor — Exercise of skill and care — Liability for negligence — Loan on second mortgage of farm — Document including option to purchase — Clog on equity of redemption overlooked — Option expressed to be subject to Land Settlement Promotion Act 1952 - Application for consent not made within prescribed time — Extension of time refused — Damages — Assessment of contingencies.

Damages — Principles in awarding damages — Solicitor — Negligence in handling clients' affairs — Loan document including option to purchase — Invalid as clog on equities — Assessment of contingencies.