Whelan Law

06/02/2026

The reintroduction of the SEPSIS Act to the US Congress represents a major advance for patient safety and transparency in healthcare. If passed, this 14-year campaign aims to set a new global standard.

The core message is clear: the patient's voice is vital. The following three global rules are currently revolutionising patient safety standards.

Learn more: https://www.whelanlaw.ie/news/ending-the-silence-the-staunton-family-s-14-year-campaign-and-the-sepsis-act?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=rorys_reg

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13/11/2025

The latest reports on the link between the Depo Provera contraceptive injection and increased tumour risk have exposed a critical failure in healthcare transparency and Patient Safety.

The HSE needs weeks to identify and contact affected women. We believe this delay in disclosure is unacceptable.

Find out more about this topic and what legal steps are available.
Read more here: https://www.whelanlaw.ie/news/delayed-data-on-contraceptive-injection-tumour-link-exposed-critical-failures

08/09/2025

As we approach World Sepsis Day on September 13th, we are reminded that when it comes to Sepsis, every minute counts.

Our latest article explores the devastating consequences that can occur from a delay in diagnosis. We believe every patient and family has a right to timely, quality care.

Read our full article here: https://www.whelanlaw.ie/news/sepsis-a-hidden-killer-and-the-patient-safety-challenge?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=blog_post

25/06/2025

Joe Flynn Vs The HSE: A Catalyst for Change in Patient Safety
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We are pleased to see that the case of Joe Flynn Vs The HSE has received such widespread interest in the media at both national and local levels.

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Whelan Law is an experienced, forward-thinking firm with expertise ranging from Personal Injury, Medical Negligence and Birth Injury to Property Law, Wills & Probate.

20/05/2025

Statement of John Whelan Solicitor today following the Ruling in the case of Joseph Flynn -v- The HSE in which case significant Patient Safety issues arose.

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Whelan Law is an experienced, forward-thinking firm with expertise ranging from Personal Injury, Medical Negligence and Birth Injury to Property Law, Wills & Probate.

14/04/2025

Settlement approved for interim payment by the High Court over circumstances of birth at County Tipperary Hospital.
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The settlement is based on a liability apportionment of 66 per cent against the Health Service Executive

30/01/2025

Patient Safety Open Disclosure click the link to read more 👇

https://www.whelanlaw.ie/news/medical-negligence-patient-safety-hie-open-disclosure/

30/01/2025

Patient Safety Open Disclosure click the link to read more 👇

https://www.whelanlaw.ie/news/medical-negligence-patient-safety-hypoxic-ischemic-encelopathy-hie-/

11/11/2024

Important information regarding Patient Safety.
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https://preview.togetherdigital.ie:4046/news/patient-safety-/