The article discusses the increasing trend of professional negligence claims and the factors contributing to it. It explores the history of professional liability, the traits of professions, and the concerns of professions like law and medicine. The relationship between professionals and clients can lead to duties in both contract and tort law. The rise in claims is influenced by issues like causation, proof of negligence, award levels, and insurance. The differences between legal and medical systems, as well as cultural variations, impact the development of liability trends.