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Under the Medical Practitioners Act 2007, dentists are recognised as medical practitioners. This designation means they are held to the same high standards as other medical professionals and have a duty to perform dental procedures competently and safely.
Dental negligence claims are inherently complex. To succeed, a claimant must demonstrate that the dentist’s treatment fell below acceptable standards and directly caused or contributed to the injury. Proving negligence often requires expert testimony and a thorough understanding of dental practices and legal standards.
The law permits a claimant to recover compensation if it can be shown, on the balance of probabilities, that the dental practitioner involved negligently performed the treatment. It must be evident that this negligence directly caused or contributed to the patient’s injury.
Several types of claims can be made against a dentist, including:
The Irish Legal System acknowledges the complexity of dental negligence claims, which are more intricate than other personal injury cases. Consequently, the Injuries Board does not have jurisdiction to handle these claims.
For a dental negligence claim to have legal standing, it must be filed within two years from the date the injury was discovered, known as the “date of knowledge.” Exceptions to this limitation include:
Given the complexities involved in dental negligence claims, it is crucial to seek professional legal advice. A knowledgeable solicitor can provide helpful and impartial guidance on the validity and potential success of your claim. If you have any questions or believe you have been affected by dental negligence, please contact our dental negligence solicitors on 1800-844-104 or email [email protected] for experienced advice and support tailored to your situation. Dental negligence claims in Ireland involve proving substandard treatment and injury causation. They require timely action and legal expertise due to their intricate nature and the specific legal framework governing them.
The HSE has failed to carry out thousands of assessments of needs within the statutory timeframe, affecting children’s access to support services.
John McClean, a former teacher at Terenure College, has been convicted of further offences in the Terenure College abuse scandal involving multiple former students.
Two Irish families allege they were advised to terminate pregnancies after being misdiagnosed with fatal foetal abnormality — later discovering their babies were healthy.
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