Medical Negligence Claims

When a medical mistake happens, the focus is rightly on the patient and their family. The consequences can be devastating, altering lives forever. However, a recent conference has shed light on another side of this tragedy: the profound emotional and psychological toll these events take on the doctors involved. This, combined with a strained healthcare […]

When a child suffers a life-altering injury during birth due to medical negligence, the impact on their family is immeasurable. Recently, a Co Tipperary boy, Graysen Reid, received a €5 million interim settlement after his legal team successfully demonstrated that failures in his care led to an acquired brain injury. This case, resolved through mediation

The death of Leona Cusack has brought renewed attention to the critical importance of timely sepsis treatment and adherence to medical protocols. This 33-year-old woman from Shannon, Co Clare, died at University Hospital Limerick (UHL) on 18 February 2024, just three days after first presenting at University Maternity Hospital Limerick (UMHL) with concerning symptoms. An

The loss of a loved one is always devastating, but when it occurs under unexpected circumstances in a medical setting, the grief can be compounded by questions and uncertainty. This was the reality faced by Michael O’Mahony following the death of his beloved wife, Marie, whose case has highlighted important discussions about medical care and

When a newborn’s life hangs in the balance, every moment counts. The recent High Court approval of a €7 million settlement for a 17-year-old with severe brain injuries serves as a stark reminder of what happens when medical care falls short of acceptable standards. This landmark case, approved on 9th October 2025, has far-reaching implications

When we seek medical care, we place our trust in the hands of professionals we believe are qualified, competent, and held to the highest standards. However, a recent investigation has brought to light a deeply concerning case involving an ophthalmologist, Dr Gavriel Simha Furedi, which raises serious questions about the systems designed to protect patient

A new report on sepsis experiences in Ireland, published by Health Minister Jennifer Carroll MacNeill, has brought the stark realities of this life-threatening condition into sharp focus. The report, titled Patient and Healthcare Staff Stories Project: Experiences of Sepsis, Infection and Antimicrobial Resistance, documents the profound impact of serious infections on patients, families, and healthcare

The Health Service Executive’s recent announcement that a comprehensive review of child hip surgery cases won’t begin until January 2025 has left hundreds of Irish families in limbo. For parents whose children may have undergone unnecessary operations, this delay adds another layer of uncertainty to an already devastating situation. The announcement comes after a clinical