Traffic Accident Claims Abroad
The number of Irish citizens travelling abroad has jumped exponentially in the past few years. Unfortunately, the number of Irish citizens injured in accidents abroad has also jumped. Many people are unaware of their rights and entitlements if they have sustained an injury or been involved in a road traffic accident while […]
Accident & Emergency Compensation Claims
A&E (Accident & Emergency) compensation claims usually arise where a doctor fails to diagnose a patient or makes the wrong diagnosis. They also regularly occur where there is a delay in diagnosis which in turn causes the patient’s condition to worsen or lessens the patient’s chances of survival/cure.
Nearly 2 million patients […]
Medical Negligence in Cerebral Palsy Cases
Cerebral Palsy (CP) is non-progressive (CP is a one-time injury to the brain and will not cause any further degeneration to the brain). It usually affects muscle co-ordination (Spastic Paralysis) and body movements. This loss or impairment of motor function is caused by brain damage to the part of the […]
Head Injury Claims – Definition of a head injury
A head injury is any sort of injury to your brain, skull or scalp. It can range from a mild bruise or bump to a catastrophic brain injury. The most common types of head injuries are: Concussion, Skull Fractures, Scalp Wounds. A head injury can be an […]
Asbestos Injury Claims: Occupational Exposure
Asbestos refers to six types of naturally occurring minerals. These minerals are made up of durable fibres that are resistant to heat, fire and most chemicals. Due to the durability of asbestos it was used in everyday products from building materials to fireproof protective gear. There are two main types of asbestos:
Serpentine […]
Product Liability Compensation Claims
It is possible to claim product liability compensation for any physical injury sustained from a defective product as well as any damage to property, however, the damage to the original product cannot be recovered. In order to bring a claim for compensation arising out of an injury caused by a defective product it is necessary […]
Claiming for Hospital or Healthcare Associated Infections
Hospital acquired infection or healthcare associated infection is an infection that is contracted from the environment or staff of a healthcare facility. These infections can be spread in hospitals, nursing homes, rehabilitation facilities or other healthcare settings. In order to bring a claim for contracting a hospital or healthcare […]
Animal Attack Claims
Have you been attacked by a dog?
If you or your child have been attacked by an animal, for example a dog you may be entitled to compensation. The attack doesn’t necessarily mean a bite but personal injury including a traumatic experience as a result of the attack, i.e. shock or a lasting anxiety, means you may be entitled to […]
Back Injury Claims (sports, work and other)
There are multiple causes of back pain including; strains, trips and slips, sports injuries and injuries caused in the workplace, public place or road traffic accidents. Back or spinal injuries can be very serious, sometimes resulting in chronic pain with long term disabling effects. The spine, or backbone, is a […]
Sports Injury Claims – Who is liable?
People can suffer from a serious injury arising as a result of a sports injury. The most common contact sports such as Rugby, Gaelic, Soccer, Hockey, Boxing are more likely to cause injury but a sports injury can also be caused by less strenuous activities such as cycling, running, […]
