Child and adolescent mental health services (CAMHS) play a vital role in supporting vulnerable youth. They’re designed to provide care, guidance, and treatment to children and teenagers struggling with a range of mental health challenges. However, the South Kerry CAMHS controversy has cast a shadow over the trust placed in these services, raising serious concerns […]
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Did medical negligence play a role in your child’s cerebral palsy diagnosis? It’s a question no parent expects to ask, yet for some, it’s a crucial step in seeking justice and securing the care their child deserves. For families coping with the life-changing news of a cerebral palsy diagnosis, understanding the ‘why’ and ‘how’ behind
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Delayed medical treatment in hospital settings can be a matter of life or death. This was tragically illustrated in the case of Mary Mulligan, who passed away after a six-hour wait to be assessed by a doctor at Cavan General Hospital. For her family, the loss was devastating, and it highlighted systemic issues in medical
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Imagine hearing the devastating news that a life-threatening illness went undetected by your doctor. It’s a shock, it feels unjust, but does it always amount to medical negligence? This question looms large for many patients and their families navigating the realm of medical diagnostics. Understanding Misdiagnosis and Medical Negligence Medical misdiagnosis occurs when a healthcare
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Cerebral palsy (CP), a lifelong condition affecting movement and posture, challenges thousands across Ireland. Yet for adults with CP, navigating healthcare services often becomes a monumental task. The obstacles they face—ranging from accessing specialist care to identifying available resources—highlight systemic gaps that demand attention. This blog explores the challenges faced by adults with CP in
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The landscape of product liability is undergoing a seismic shift, with new EU directives poised to redefine the playing field. For claimants in product liability cases, the question is no longer if these changes will affect them, but how significantly they will alter the pursuit of justice in complex claims. A New Dawn for Product
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In the intricate world of tort law, causation is the linchpin determining the success of a claim. But with evolving complexities in cases, particularly those involving multifactorial causes, is it time to move past the ‘but-for’ test? It’s not just an academic query; it’s a pressing issue affecting countless claimants whose cases are derailed by
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In an age where geographic boundaries blur and healthcare aspirations transcend continents, the allure of medical tourism grows stronger. The promise of affordable, high-quality treatment abroad, coupled with the prospect of combining recovery with leisure in exotic locales, makes it an enticing prospect for many. However, a recent tragedy serves as a stark reminder of
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Is the Irish medical negligence claims system more of a hindrance than a help to those seeking justice? In a landscape where trust in medical professionals is paramount, the glacial pace and cost of pursuing a claim are eroding confidence and leaving countless individuals without resolution. With an average resolution time of over four years—significantly
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Imagine enduring the emotional turmoil of losing a loved one, only to find yourself entangled in a web of bureaucracy that prolongs your grief and complicates your closure. For many families affected by the death-investigation process, this is the harsh reality. Fortunately, the tide is turning. The Government has approved the drafting of a bill
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