Howard v. Usiak

Client Dr. Paul Howard appeals from a judgment in favor of architect Wayne Usiak d/b/a Wayne Usiak & Associates in this architectural malpractice case. On appeal, client argues that the trial court erred in concluding that he did not prove negligence, nor negligent misrepresentation, and that he is not entitled to restitution of design fees or other damages based on violation of the architectural licensing statute. We affirm.

There is little dispute about the basic facts. Client is a veterinary surgeon who had plans to create an animal emergency clinic in Vermont to provide emergency care to…