The Ghost in the Machine: AI Hallucinations and the New Frontier of Professional Negligence – Gatehouse Chambers

Posted June 19th, 2026 in news by Simon

‘The rapid integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into legal practice is no longer a futuristic concept; it is an everyday reality. For solicitors specializing in professional negligence, this technological shift represents a fertile new battleground. The recent High Court decision in Re an Office-Holder; Cork v Smith EWHC 1199 (Ch) provides a stark warning about the perils of AI misuse, the breakdown of supervision, and the inevitable rise of a new breed of professional negligence claims.’

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Gatehouse Chambers, 8th June 2026

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