Is there a time limit on justice? – The Statute of Limitations and Medical Negligence

by John Lynch | May 3, 2018 | Medical Negligence

Vicky Phelan’s cervical cancer misdiagnosis first came to light in 2014 following an audit of all smear tests. Separately, the same year, she underwent a second smear test which revealed she had cervical cancer. Her doctor wasn’t told about her misdiagnosis dating...

Female Led Women’s Medical Negligence Department

by John Lynch | May 2, 2018 | Medical Negligence

Cervical Cancer Misdiagnosis – HSE under pressure after Vicky Phelan settles her lawsuit for €2.5 million

by John Lynch | May 1, 2018 | Medical Negligence

Last week, Vicky Phelan, settled her High Court action against the HSE after she was given incorrect smear test results and is now terminally ill with cervical cancer. Breach of Trust Speaking outside court Ms Phelan said that her case was “unforgivable” and an...

Medical Negligence – A Quick Guide

by John Lynch | Oct 3, 2016 | Medical Negligence

Why You Need A Solicitor in Medical Negligence

by John Lynch | Aug 31, 2015 | Medical Negligence

Do things regularly go wrong in Hospitals?  Unfortunately things do go wrong. A Prime Time Documentary programme aired last month reported a major spike in the number of adverse events reported in the maternity units of two hospital groups last year. The number of...