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18/06/2026

How has cervical screening changed in Ireland?

Aidan Flahavan at Cian O’Carroll Solicitors led this case, the settlement of which was approved by the High Court this w...
17/06/2026

Aidan Flahavan at Cian O’Carroll Solicitors led this case, the settlement of which was approved by the High Court this week.

It is a complex medical negligence case arising from the death of Dymphna D***s, a much-loved wife, mother and grandmother who died from acute liver failure and multi-organ failure caused by a toxic reaction to prescribed medication.

The proceedings, brought by her husband Frederick D***s and daughters Aiveen D***s and Kerena Turner, settled following mediation immediately before the commencement of the trial.

The Defendants, who were GP Siobhán Kierans, at Tallaght Medical Centre, Redwood View, Tallaght, and Tallaght University Hospital both admitted breach of duty and causation. Both furnished written apologies that were read out in Court and they also agreed to pay substantial damages together with the Plaintiff's legal costs in full.

The central issue in the case was that regular liver function monitoring, which was intended to occur throughout treatment, never happened.

The High Court heard that had those tests been carried out, the deterioration in Mrs D***s' liver function would have been identified early and the medication discontinued.

Mrs D***s did not die because she suffered a rare complication of treatment. She died because the monitoring intended to detect that complication never took place.

In their apology, Tallaght University Hospital stated:

"It is a matter of deep regret that there were shortcomings in the care we provided to Dymphna which resulted in her death, and I wish to sincerely apologise for this."

Read full story on our website: https://cianocarrollsolicitors.ie/success-story/high-court-settlement-following-death-caused-by-failure-to-monitor-known-risk-of-prescribed-medication/

17/06/2026

Is there open disclosure in CervicalCheck and cervical cancer screening?

16/06/2026

How did the CervicalCheck Scandal happen?

Gar Kane was a gifted musician, a husband and the father of three young boys. In 2020, during the isolation and uncertai...
15/06/2026

Gar Kane was a gifted musician, a husband and the father of three young boys. In 2020, during the isolation and uncertainty of the Covid pandemic, he died by su***de just one day after being discharged from a psychiatric unit.

Yesterday, the High Court approved the settlement of a case brought by his wife Caroline against the HSE and St Vincent’s Healthcare Group.

Cases arising from su***de are among the most challenging medical negligence actions to investigate and prove. Defendants will often argue that because the deceased died by their own hand, there can be no certainty that different treatment would have changed the outcome. Establishing causation requires careful and compelling expert evidence.

In this case, it was alleged that Gar was discharged prematurely, that inadequate risk assessment had been carried out, that his wife’s concerns were not properly acted upon and that there was a failure to put in place an appropriate treatment and safety plan.

The case was strongly defended. Ultimately however, a significant settlement was achieved for Caroline and her three sons, providing financial security for the future.

Perhaps the most troubling aspect of this case is that an internal review carried out by the HSE in 2023 identified no significant criticism of the care provided. Had Caroline not persisted in seeking independent answers, she may never have discovered what expert evidence later revealed.

Caroline deserves enormous credit for her courage and determination. She hopes that by speaking out, meaningful lessons will be learned and mental health services improved for other families facing similar crises.

11/06/2026

Is there open disclosure in CervicalCheck and cervical cancer screening?

High Court Approves €6.25 Million Settlement in Ireland's Oldest Birth Injury CaseYesterday, Paul Kelly of Cian O'Carrol...
10/06/2026

High Court Approves €6.25 Million Settlement in Ireland's Oldest Birth Injury Case

Yesterday, Paul Kelly of Cian O'Carroll Solicitors successfully concluded what is believed to be the oldest birth injury medical negligence case ever brought before the Irish courts.

Avril O'Brien, now 48, has lived with cerebral palsy since birth and requires lifelong care. Her case arose from the management of her birth in April 1978.

Following a lengthy mediation process, the parties reached a settlement which was approved by the High Court yesterday. Avril secured an interim settlement of €6.25 million, providing for her care and support over the next 12 years.

Outside court, Avril's father Paddy spoke of the relief the settlement brings to the family after decades spent fighting for services and support.

We are honoured to have represented Avril and her family in this important case.

10/06/2026

What is open disclosure?

19/05/2026

What is "lymphedema" and how is it sometimes linked to negligence?

17/05/2026

Can you stay anonymous? (Part 2)

A Section 27 Order, an order for anonymity, is something that our clients have been able to take advantage of to help with their anonymity and privacy when going to court.

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