Woman dies of internal bleeding after giving birth
Post-partum haemorrhage (PPH) remains a leading cause of maternal death worldwide. The recent tragic case at St Lukes Hospital, Kilkenny, highlights the risks and growing concerns about maternal healthcare in Ireland.
HSE apology after undiagnosed heart defect results in death
HSE apology after undiagnosed heart defect results in death of toddler (2) Following the tragic death of a two year old girl who died after a hole in the heart went undiagnosed, the Health Service Executive (HSE) has issued an unreserved apology. The child passed away as she was being transferred from University Hospital […]
Excessive Radiation Dose
Excessive Radiation Dose Radiation therapy is a common treatment for cancer. Radiation works by making small breaks in the DNA inside cells, preventing cancer cells from growing and dividing. Unlike chemotherapy, radiation is usually a localised treatment. Some radiation treatments, systemic radiation therapy, are given intravenously or orally. Errors during the procedures of a radiation […]
Johnson & Johnson fighting further lawsuits alleging asbestos in talc caused mesothelioma and ovarian cancer
Johnson & Johnson fighting further claims that asbestos was in its talcum power Johnson & Johnson has been the defendant in many lawsuits over the past number of years regarding claims that people have developed mesothelioma, and ovarian cancer, due to Johnson & Johnson talcum powder containing asbestos. In its natural form, some talc contains […]
Noise- Induced Hearing Loss
Noise- Induced Hearing Loss Noise induced hearing loss occurs most commonly in the workplace environment, where workers are exposed on a regular basis to noise levels of over 80dBA. Such exposure over a long period of time can result in permanent hearing impairment, which often occurs gradually. The following industries are amongst the most common […]
Toxic exposure claims by former Air Corps members
Toxic exposure claims by former Air Force employees and members A DEFENCE FORCES whistleblower has made a protected disclosure alleging that a number of children of Air Corps workers have died as a result of being exposed to toxic chemicals at Baldonnel Airfield, reported in The Journal. The State Claims Agency is currently managing six […]
Settlement in birth injury case against the HSE
Settlement in birth injury case against the HSE April 2017 In 2017 Coleman Legal Partners reached a substantial settlement in the case of a young boy against the HSE. The firm was instructed by the infant’s mother to take an action against the hospital concerned and the HSE for the catastrophic birth injuries sustained by […]
Cruise Ship Inquiry due to Electrical Fault off Irish Coast
Cruise Ship Inquiry due to Electrical Fault off Irish Coast Bermuda has commenced an investigation into how the Caribbean Princess cruise ship lost power and drifted in the Irish Sea for nine hours with almost 4,500 people on board. The vessel has been en route from Cobh in Cork to Dublin as a part of […]
HSE aware of ‘Mary’ case much sooner than first admitted
HSE aware of ‘Mary’ case much sooner than first admitted It has recently been discovered by RTE’s investigative programme ‘This Week’ that the HSE were aware of the ‘Mary’ case involving a young woman with intellectual disabilities that was deemed to be at risk, much earlier than first reported. ‘Mary’ was left in a foster […]
Creche sector to face four different checks – Sunday Business Post article 17.05.2015
Creche sector to face four different checks – Sunday Business Post article 17.05.2015 If you have had a similar experience and would like to discuss your situation in complete confidence, please contact Kathrin Coleman by email or FREEphone us on 1800 844 104 .