PATHWAYS TO PROGRESS CONFERENCE 2018
Increase in Number of Newborn Deaths in Irish Hospitals
Five times more baby deaths and baby birth-related injuries were reported to the HSE in 2023 compared to 2016, new figures reveal. Listen here to our Scarlett Griffin O'Sullivan discussing this topic on Galway Talks with John Morley. (28 minutes into audio from...
Mullingar hospital apologises following death of baby girl after birth
Our Niamh Ni Mhurchu represented the family today at the inquest into the death of their baby girl, Rú, who died at the Coombe Hospital, Dublin in June 2020, three days after she was delivered by an emergency caesarean section at the hospital in Mullingar. 'There were...
Birth Injury Claims
Birth Injury Claims: What you need to Know about Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE) The HSE have launched an external review into the births of 9 babies at Portiuncula University Hospital in Co Galway born between 2023 - 2025. According to reports, 7 of the...
Updates in Personal Injury Reform
Caroline McLaughlin elected president of Sligo Solicitors Bar Association
Our Caroline McLaughlin has been elected president of the Sligo Solicitors Bar Association (SSBA). Ms McLaughlin is joined on the new committee by Joanne Irwin of Damien Tansey Solicitors LLP as secretary, Noel Kelly of Noel Kelly Solicitors as treasurer, and Carol...
Limerick mother of six died on the day she was to be discharged from UHL for Christmas
Our Scarlett O'Sullivan represented the Donovan family during an Inquest into the recent passing of their beloved mother Eileen Donovan. Â Eileen Donovan was admitted to UHL as a precautionary measure on the 22nd December 2021 following a simple fall at home. She was...
European Lawyer of the Year
Our Joint Managing Partner David O'Malley was among lawyers recognised at the 2024 European Legal Awards in Budapest in November. David O’Malley, Joint Managing Partner was recognised in the medical law category. The judges noted in particular his contribution to...
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...
€1.4 million interim settlement ruled by High Court
Our Caroline McLaughlin represented Amira O'Toole in a High Court Action arising from catastrophic injuries sustained by her following a Road Traffic Accident on 6 November, 2018. Judge Coffey approved an interim Settlement of €1.4 million. The case will come before...
Verdict of Misadventure in Post-Operative Haemorrhage Case
Our Mr David O'Malley represented family of the late Eilis Walsh Ballina, Co. Mayo. The verdict was misadventure and an apology was read out in Court. Mrs. Cronin Walsh died following a post operative haemorrhage and there was unfortunately a delay in reporting her...
Fatal Accidents on the Road
Irish Road Safety Week takes place from Monday, 7th October 2024 to Sunday 13th October, 2024. This is a national drive to promote road safety and save lives. The focus of the RSA Annual Conference, which will take place on Wednesday, 9th October, 2024, is Distracted...
Pat Murphy (34) died in agony at Cork University Hospital after waiting nine hours to see doctor, inquest hears
Pat Murphy, a father of one, who fell ill with severe chest pains while watching Ireland play Portugal at soccer on television, died later of a ruptured artery after waiting for over nine hours to be seen by a doctor. Media Links RTE Radio Independent.ie & photo...