Sharon Stapleton, Anthony Carroll and Tony Carroll outside the Four Courts after a case over the death of Elizabeth 'Betty' Carroll from Covid-19 was settled. Photograph: Collins CourtsThe family of a Cork woman who died in hospital after contracting Covid-19 has settled a High Court action over her death. The action brought in relation to Elizabeth “Betty” Carroll (61) is the first case to come before the courts over a person contracting the virus. Barrister John White, appearing for the Carroll family with Cian O’Mahony and instructed by Denis O’Sullivan & Co solicitors, on Tuesday told the High Court the parties had reached a satisfactory agreement. The settlement was against Mercy University Hospital and the HSE.

Source: The Irish Times March 03, 2026 19:26 UTC