Callan Tansey contribute to RTE article “Should young people make a Will?”
Joanne Leetch, a Wills and Probate solicitor here at Callan Tansey, was delighted to have been asked by RTE to make a contribution to an article on “Should young people make a Will“. Why should young people make a will? With only around one third of Irish adults having made a formal will, most young […]
All you need to know about medical negligence law – podcast with Callan Tansey
Our own Niamh Ní Mhurchu was on the North West Today show on Ocean FM, giving an overview of Medical Negligence law in Ireland. Niamh also discussed our upcoming Pathways to Progress Medico-Legal Conference taking place on Sept 26th. Callan Tansey Solicitors’ award-winning medical negligence team is known for helping clients achieve successful outcomes in […]
All you need to know if you have an accident on holiday
Accidents on holidays are, unfortunately, quite common. Some of the most frequent types of incidents include: Slips, trips, and falls Accidents during recreational activities (e.g. swimming, skiing, day tours) Food poisoning Road traffic accidents If you have been injured in an accident on holiday abroad, you may be entitled to claim compensation, provided the accident […]
Update into Review of Maternity and Neonatal Care in Portiuncula University Hospital
Five external reviews into maternity care at Portiuncula University Hospital, Ballinasloe, Co Galway, have been completed. A total of 34 recommendations were made which fall under the following themes: Clinical Care Multi-Disciplinary Team Communication Multi-Disciplinary Staff Training Communication with Women and Partner Post Adverse Event Environmental/Infrastructure Factors At least 7 more external review reports are […]
Callan Tansey Solicitors LLP Sweeps Multiple Awards at the Irish Law Awards 2025!
We are thrilled to announce that Callan Tansey Solicitors LLP was honoured with three prestigious awards at the LEAP Irish Law Awards 2025 held on Friday, June 6th at the Gala awards Ceremony in Dublin attended by 500 colleagues. Civil Litigation Law Firm of the Year – Overall Winner Personal Injury Law Firm/Medical Negligence Law Firm […]
Another Review into Maternity Services in Portiuncula University Hospital
The Health Service Executive have announced a new external review into the care of a woman at Portiuncula University Hospital in Ballinasloe, following the death of her baby. This brings the total number of reviews to 10 into the maternity and neonatal services at the hospital. Previous investigations were conducted between 2008 and 2014, and […]
CHI Hip Surgeries Article
Kyle Flynn, Solicitor in our Medical Negligence Department, discusses the recent news surrounding the hip surgery scandal in Children’s Health Ireland (CHI) Hospitals.
Update on Nervous Shock
Nervous Shock and Medical Negligence – Germaine v Day Much discussion has arisen following last year’s High Court decision in the case of Germaine -v- Day (1) regarding the duty of care owed by healthcare providers to the relatives of patients. Our Sorcha King looks at what implications, if any, the Germaine case had. […]
A Quick Guide to Commercial Leases
The commercial lease is a unique contract between the commercial tenant and the owner of the commercial unit. All commercial leases are different and there is no “one size fits all”. It is absolutely imperative that each party to the lease understand the terms and their implications. The following are some of the terms which […]
International Men’s Day
As we mark International Men’s Day (Nov 19), this year’s theme is well-being and promoting healthy lifestyles. The day encourages positive male role models and fostering supportive communities for men to thrive. Our Joint Managing Partner, David O’Malley, remarks on what he feels is important: “I feel the traditional alpha male stereotype for leadership needed […]