Medical Negligence Claims

When it comes to a child’s birth, parents place an enormous amount of trust in the hands of medical professionals. Yet, in rare and unfortunate cases, medical mistakes during pregnancy or delivery can result in significant and long-term consequences for the child and family. A recent high-profile case in Ireland saw a 14-year-old girl, Carly […]

The tragic death of Carmel Grant, a 57-year-old woman who passed away following “failings in her care” at Mayo University Hospital (MUH), has reignited crucial conversations about patient safety and accountability in Ireland’s healthcare system. The Galway Coroner’s Court recently returned a verdict of medical misadventure in her case, highlighting significant failures in her treatment

A new report revealed that compensation payments for medical negligence cases in Ireland fell dramatically during 2024, contributing to a staggering €90 million reduction in overall payouts from the State Claims Agency (SCA). Damages specific to clinical care dropped by €65.4 million, with total compensation payments across all categories amounting to €286.9 million, compared to

The recent apology from University Hospital Kerry (UHK) for significant failings in the care provided to Helen Fitzgerald, a 74-year-old woman who passed away in 2018, has once again brought the issue of medical negligence into sharp focus. For patient families and healthcare advocates, this case serves as another reminder of the gaps in Ireland’s

The sad and preventable death of seven-year-old Lily Daly at Children’s Health Ireland Temple Street hospital has reignited pressing conversations around healthcare practices and accountability in Ireland. With her family recently settling a legal case, Lily’s story serves as a heartbreaking reminder of what can happen when systems fail to provide the basic care every

A recent High Court case granted a 12-year-old boy with cerebral palsy an interim settlement of €3.8m after mediation with the National Maternity Hospital. The settlement, awarded without an admission of liability, raises critical awareness about both the legal and medical challenges families of children with cerebral palsy face. This article explores the significance of

Introduction The beauty and cosmetic industry in Ireland is booming, with laser treatments, fillers, and skin-enhancing procedures becoming daily staples for many. However, increased demand has also revealed a growing issue—cosmetic negligence. A landmark case in 2025 serves as a stark reminder of just how devastating the consequences of improper care in this field can

On February 10, 2025, at the Dublin District Coroner’s Court, a verdict of medical misadventure was delivered in the case of Derek O’Neill, a 53-year-old who tragically lost his life due to the failure to administer prescribed anticoagulants to treat blood clots. This case has placed the term medical misadventure under renewed scrutiny, drawing attention

The Reality of Healthcare at UHL University Hospital Limerick (UHL) has become a focal point in Ireland’s healthcare discourse, and not for the reasons anyone would hope for. Recent investigations and reports have uncovered serious shortcomings in consultant rostering practices and overcrowding in emergency departments (ED), particularly during weekends. The implications are grave, including jeopardised