Cork woman with Cerebral Palsy settles case for €12 million

David O’Malley, Partner in our Medical Negligence department, represented Jane Harte, a 27 year old woman with cerebral palsy.  Ms. Harte sued over the care she received after her birth at City General Hospital in Cork.  The case was taken against retired...

Inquest into the death of the late Linda Connell

Our Niamh Ní Mhurchú recently represented the family of the late Linda Connell at an inquest into her death.  Ms. Connell, a 41 year old mother of one was from Trim, Co. Meath.   Admitted for Routine Surgery   Ms. Connell was admitted to Our Lady of Lourdes...

Overcrowding impacts Emergency Department Medical Negligence claims

The staff at hospital Accident and Emergency Departments provide vital and valuable services to the entire community.  However, Emergency Department Medical Negligence claims account for almost 15% of all Medical Negligence claims.  The most recent studies have shown...