University Hospital Galway: The settlement, which was reached after mediation, is without an admission of liability. Photograph: Eric LukeA teenage girl who sued over the hospital care she received after her birth has settled a High Court action for €850,000. The girl, who cannot be named by order of the court, has neurodevelopmental difficulties, Judge Paul Coffey was told on Friday. Through her father, the girl sued the HSE over the care provided by University Hospital Galway. He said he had no hesitation in approving the settlement and wished the teenager the very best for the future.

Source: The Irish Times March 20, 2026 21:56 UTC