Medical negligence occurs when a doctor, nurse, surgeon, or other healthcare professional fails to provide the appropriate standard of care, resulting in injury, illness, or worsening of a condition.

Key Elements of a Medical Negligence Claim

✔ Duty of care – Healthcare professionals must provide competent treatment.
✔ Breach of duty – A failure to meet medical standards.
✔ Injury or harm – The negligence must have caused harm to the patient.
✔ Causation – A direct link between the negligence and the injury.

Common Types of Medical Negligence

Medical negligence can take many forms. Our solicitors have extensive experience in handling various types of claims, including:

Misdiagnosis & Delayed Diagnosis

✔ Failure to diagnose serious conditions such as cancer, heart disease, or infections.
✔ Incorrect diagnosis leading to improper treatment.
✔ Delays in identifying illnesses causing worsening health.

Surgical Errors

✔ Incorrect procedures or operations on the wrong body part.
✔ Leaving surgical instruments inside the patient.
✔ Post-surgical infections due to poor hygiene.

Medication Errors

✔ Prescribing the wrong medication or dosage.
✔ Allergic reactions due to incorrect prescriptions.
✔ Mixing medications that cause dangerous interactions.

Birth Injuries

✔ Errors during delivery leading to injuries in newborns or mothers.
✔ Failure to detect foetal distress.
✔ Delayed or improper Caesarean sections.

Anaesthesia Negligence

✔ Failure to properly administer anaesthesia.
✔ Administering the wrong dosage leading to complications.
✔ Patients waking up during surgery due to insufficient anaesthesia.

What Compensation Can You Claim?

If you have suffered due to medical negligence, you may be entitled to claim compensation for various damages.

Types of Compensation Available

✔ Medical expenses – Treatment costs, rehabilitation, and future care.
✔ Loss of earnings – If you are unable to work due to the injury.
✔ Pain and suffering – Compensation for physical and emotional distress.
✔ Additional costs – Travel expenses, home modifications, or further medical treatments.

How to Make a Medical Negligence Claim

Filing a medical negligence claim requires proving that a healthcare provider’s failure directly caused your harm. Our solicitors will guide you through each step of the process.

Steps in a Medical Negligence Claim

✔ Free case assessment – Our team reviews your case and medical records.
✔ Gathering evidence – Medical reports, witness statements, and expert opinions.
✔ Proving negligence – Establishing the failure of care.
✔ Negotiating settlement – Seeking fair compensation without court proceedings.
✔ Court action if necessary – Filing a case if a settlement is not reached.

Time Limits for Medical Negligence Claims

Medical negligence claims must be made within strict time limits.

✔ 2 years – The standard time limit for making a medical negligence claim in Ireland.
✔ Exceptions – Cases involving minors or delayed discovery of negligence.

Challenges in Medical Negligence Claims

Medical negligence cases can be complex due to medical evidence, expert testimonies, and legal procedures. Our solicitors have the experience to navigate these challenges.

Common Challenges in Medical Negligence Cases

✔ Proving negligence – Establishing that a medical professional was at fault.
✔ Obtaining medical records – Securing key evidence from healthcare providers.
✔ Expert medical opinions – Demonstrating the impact of the negligence.
✔ Meeting legal deadlines – Ensuring claims are filed within the required timeframe.

Why Choose Our Solicitors for Medical Negligence Claims?

✔ Specialists in medical negligence law – Years of experience handling complex cases.
✔ Strong legal support – Guidance from start to finish.
✔ Proven success – Helping clients secure fair compensation.
✔ Compassionate approach – Understanding the emotional impact of medical negligence.

Contact Our Solicitors for Medical Negligence Claims

If you have suffered due to medical negligence, our legal team is here to help.

Contact our solicitors today for expert advice and a confidential consultation.