Facts: Envirofix Corporation's construction lien expired due to its lawyer's failure to set the action for trial within two years, leading to a loss of $697,197.66 that was owed by the property owner. The property, contaminated with petroleum hydrocarbons, was sold in 2011 without any payment to Envirofix.

Issues: The case focused on whether the lawyer’s negligence caused Envirofix’s damages and what the quantum of those damages should be, considering the property's value and the lien's impact.

Court's Ruling: The court found the lawyer breached the standard of care, causing Envirofix to suffer losses. It rejected the exact value of the property as claimed by Envirofix but acknowledged a real loss occurred. Damages were assessed based on the estimated market value of the property, considering the outstanding mortgage and potential sale conditions.

Costs/Damages: Envirofix was awarded damages of $472,000, calculated based on the estimated market value of the property and the outstanding mortgage. Prejudgment interest at 0.8 percent from the date of lien registration was also awarded.