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Childbirth Injury Claims

In the vast majority of cases, childbirth is a natural physiological event that does not pose a risk to the health of a mother or baby. However, assisted births have become more common either by way of caesarean section, forceps delivery or other medical interventions. In a significant number of cases, the outcomes of such births are not positive and occasionally result in injuries to the baby or the mother.

These childbirth injuries can be caused by pregnancy mismanagement, delivery, or aftercare. Sometimes, the injuries are not discovered immediately at birth instead the injuries become clear months or years after birth.

If during labour you are subject to medical negligence which results in you or your baby sustaining injuries, you may be entitled to claim compensation.

Some examples of medical negligence that can lead to childbirth injury are:

Incorrect interpretation of ultrasound.
Failure to perform the necessary tests and examinations during pregnancy.
Prescription of the wrong medication during pregnancy.
Inability to track the baby’s heart rate.
Failure to deal with an emergency adequately.
Incorrect use of forceps during delivery.
Blunt force trauma to baby or mother.
Delayed birth – When the baby remains in the birth canal for too long. Leading to injury from the prolonged pressure from the birth canal on the baby’s brain.
Improper manipulation of the baby’s body during delivery.

The most common childbirth injuries that affect the baby

Injuries to an infant as a result of medical malpractice can result in different complications for the infant. Often, these childbirth traumas can have long-term effects on the child’s quality of life.

Some of the most common reason for childbirth malpractice cases are:

Brain Damage.
Forceps and Vacuum Extractor Injuries.
Forceps injury.
Perinatal Asphyxia – where a newborn does not receive enough oxygen.
Hip dysplasia.
Spinal Cord Injuries.
Pelvic injuries during birth.
Facial Paralysis.
Erb Palsy, also known as Brachial Plexus Injury which is damage to the nerves that send signals from the spine to the shoulder, arm and hand.
Fractures to collarbone, arm or skull.
Seizures.
Cerebral Palsy.
Erbs palsy.
Untreated jaundice, kernicterus and hyperbilirubinemia.

The most common childbirth injuries that affect the mother

Injury to the mother can be sustained prior to, during or following the birth. These injuries can be a result of medical negligence. Inadequate medical care can result in these complications:

Pregnancy malpractice/maternal birth injuries – mismanagement of the pregnancy.
Vaginal tears or lacerations.
Pelvic injuries during birth.
Broken bones.
Ruptured uterus.
Complications caused by delivery using forceps.
Abnormal bleeding caused by medical negligence.
Incontinence.
Damage to bowel or bladder.
Nerve damage after giving birth.
Post-traumatic stress disorder.
Wrongful death of the mother.
Forceps Injury.
Incorrect caesarean section.
Infection.
Pre-eclampsia or eclampsia.
Improper stitching following caesarean section.

For more information, fee phone 1800 246 442

14/08/2021

Notary Public Cork Blog

Notary Public Cork

A notary public is someone who has been appointed by the state to authenticate legal documents and verify the identity of the document’s signer(s). In Ireland a Notary Public is also a Solicitor.

You may have read that you need to get your document signed by a notary public. Without knowing who this person is or understanding how their signature helps validate your legal document, this step can seem confusing. In this post, discover what notarisation is and why you may need to seek out a notary public when completing certain legal documents.

Notary Publics and Notarising Documents

A notary public is someone who has been appointed by the state to authenticate legal documents and verify the identity of the document’s signer(s). Notaries can be individuals such as lawyers or government officials. Notarisation (the process of getting your document signed by a notary public) helps prevent fraud by ensuring individuals authenticate their documents before they can be used. It can also help confirm that the signer intended to sign the document and wasn’t pressured into doing so (e.g. through undue influence, coercion or duress, etc.), similar to signing your document in front of a witness.

Notary publics can also do a number of other tasks, such as:
1. Confirm the identities of the participating parties
2. Witness signatures between them
3. Sign off on the validity of the agreement

For some documents, Notarisation is the first step, in which a notary will certify the document in a certain way, depending what is required. They may, for example, certify a person’s signature on the document to prove that the person signing is the person named in the document.

Finding a Notary Public

All Irish Notaries are authorised to notarise documents for use anywhere in the world. Clients, no matter where they reside, can have documents notarised anywhere in Ireland. The place where the documents are actually signed and notarised is important. Each Notary may notarise documents in the County where his / her principal office is situated and also in some adjoining Counties. If it is intended that the Notary will actually sign and notarise the documents other than his / her own County, clients should ask the Notary to confirm that he / she is authorised to sign and notarise documents at that place.

Finalising Your Legal Documents

Notary publics are needed in law as they help ensure your document is valid. Many legal documents require notarisation during execution; however, even when notarisation is not required, it is a recommended way to help prevent avoidable issues like fraud, duress, and more.

Proof of Identity

Notarising a document today requires the same anti-terrorism and anti-money laundering formalities as apply on opening a new bank account. The rules are very strict.
You must satisfactorily prove your identity and place of residence and the Notary must keep the identification records for five years.

This process has to be repeated every time you go to the Notary unless you have been with the same Notary within the previous three months.

Passport
1. You must prove your identity, and that means producing your original passport.
2. Lesser proof will only be accepted for compelling reasons which must be satisfactory to the Notary.
3. The Notary will give no assurances in advance that your substitute document of identification will be acceptable.
4. If your passport number is given in the document to be notarised, then the passport must be produced, without exception.
5. If any other identifying detail is given in the document to be notarised (such as Identity Card number or tax number), then whatever document proves that other detail must also be produced.

Utility Bill
You must prove your current residential address by producing a recent utility bill (not being a mobile phone bill) addressed to you at your stated address within the previous
three months.

If you require a notary public cork or have any questions about our Notary Public services, you can Freephone: 1800 246442 or Email:
info@sweeneysolicitors.ie

11/07/2021

Birth Injury – Mother

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Injury to the mother can be sustained prior to, during or following the birth. These injuries can be a result of medical negligence. Inadequate medical care can result in these complications:

• Pregnancy malpractice/maternal birth injuries –
mismanagement of the pregnancy.
• Vaginal tears or lacerations.
• Pelvic injuries during birth.
• Broken bones.
• Ruptured uterus.
• Complications caused by delivery using forceps.
• Abnormal bleeding caused by medical negligence.
• Incontinence.
• Damage to bowel or bladder.
• Nerve damage after giving birth.
• Post-traumatic stress disorder.
• Wrongful death of the mother.
• Forceps Injury.
• Incorrect caesarean section.
• Infection.
• Pre-eclampsia or eclampsia.
• Improper stitching following caesarean section.

For further information speak directly to a member of the team, kindly visit our Contact page.

16/06/2021

Notary Process | Notary Public Cork

Notary Public Cork

Not all important forms and documents require notarisation. The process is used primarily in instances where an impartial witness is required to ensure the individual signing is who they present themselves to be. They may, for example, certify a person’s signature on the document to prove that the person signing is the person named in the document. Alternatively, they may certify that the document is authentic or that it is a true copy of an original document that the notary has seen.

You may require the services of a notary public in relation to:

Foreign adoption papers
Affidavits for use in foreign courts
Copies of State documents for use abroad
International contracts
Powers of Attorney

For further information visit notarycork.ie or to speak directly with Notary Public Cork David Sweeney, kindly visit our Contact page.

02/06/2021

When am I likely to need the services of a notary public? | Notary Public Cork

Notary Public Cork

You are most likely to require a notary where you have to send papers or documents to a foreign jurisdiction. You may require the services of a notary public in relation to:

Foreign adoption papers
Affidavits for use in foreign courts
Copies of State documents for use abroad
International contracts
Powers of Attorney

For further information visit notarycork.ie or to speak directly with Notary Public Cork David Sweeney, kindly visit our Contact page.

05/05/2021

6 Steps to Buying Property | Guide

Property

Buying a house can seem like a complicated process. But, when broken down into manageable steps, you’ll find it isn’t too tricky. Click here to download the full guide.

1. Set A Budget

When buying a house, it’s important not to set your sights too high. This means establishing a budget, but how can you work out what you can afford? The three things to take into consideration are your current savings; any stocks, shares or investments; and a potential mortgage.

You will need to have all your ducks in a row with the first two, before speaking to a bank about how much money they will be able to lend you for purchasing a home. An independent mortgage broker who covers the entire market should be able to guide you through the process.

Once you have worked out your budget, be sure to factor in legal fees and stamp duty. Most people forget about these, but you will not be able to complete the purchase without paying them.

2. Put Your Finances in Order

It’s essential you carefully go through your finances, as any reputable lender will do the same. After all, they will be offering you a large sum of money, and they must ensure you can afford the repayments. Avoid any unnecessary delays by ensuring everything is in order right from the start.

Red flags to look out for during this process include missed credit card or loan repayments. Pay off as much as you can on outstanding credit card debt and avoid betting transactions, as they tend to make you look like a risky investment.

First-time buyers purchasing property exceeding €220,000 will have a 90 per cent limit applied to the first €220,000, with 80 per cent limit on anything over this.

Lenders also require buyers to have life insurance, sometimes called mortgage protection when applying for a property loan. This will also insure you against any damage or theft that occurs within your home. As this can take time to arrange, be sure to start the process as early as possible.

3. Appoint A Solicitor

Once you’ve found the right home for you, it’s time to enlist the services of a solicitor, who will open a file and put transaction proceedings into motion. This professional will be able to guide you through all the paperwork you need to complete and what exactly needs to be done when.

4. Payment

After you receive approval for the purchase, a booking deposit must be paid to the estate agent. This could be anything from a few thousand euros to three percent of the total sale amount, so be prepared to hand over a substantial amount as a down payment.

As neither parties have yet signed the documents, this deposit will be refunded if the sale falls through. The estate agent can then issue sales details.

Sales details are simply the information prepared by the estate agent and distributed to the buyer, seller and solicitor. It should include the names and current addresses of all parties, the price and the estimated closing date of the sale.

One element to keep an eye on is whether the property is unencumbered. An unencumbered property is one free from any encumbrances, such as creditor claims or debts. These types of properties are straightforward to buy or sell.

One that has claims against it from parties that are not the owner can be harder to transfer or can have its use restricted until the encumbrance is lifted. It is crucial to find out about any hurdles and the effects they could have on the sale.

5. Pay The Deposit and Sign The Contract

You and your solicitor should check the contract closely, sign it and pay the contract deposit. Usually, this equates to ten per cent of the purchase price, excluding the booking price already paid. New builds may require a payment that has been calculated differently.

Your solicitor will duplicate all your documents and forward them to the solicitor representing the seller.

6. Exchange of Contracts

Once the contracts have been exchanged, a binding agreement is made between all parties, which is subject to the terms and conditions set out within the contract.

For more information on Buying, Selling, and Remortgaging click here to download our FREE e-book.

07/04/2021

Notary Public Cork Blog

Notary Public Cork

A notary public is someone who has been appointed by the state to authenticate legal documents and verify the identity of the document’s signer(s). In Ireland a Notary Public is also a Solicitor.

You may have read that you need to get your document signed by a notary public. Without knowing who this person is or understanding how their signature helps validate your legal document, this step can seem confusing. In this post, discover what notarisation is and why you may need to seek out a notary public when completing certain legal documents.

Notary Publics and Notarising Documents

A notary public is someone who has been appointed by the state to authenticate legal documents and verify the identity of the document’s signer(s). Notaries can be individuals such as lawyers or government officials. Notarisation (the process of getting your document signed by a notary public) helps prevent fraud by ensuring individuals authenticate their documents before they can be used. It can also help confirm that the signer intended to sign the document and wasn’t pressured into doing so (e.g. through undue influence, coercion or duress, etc.), similar to signing your document in front of a witness.

Notary publics can also do a number of other tasks, such as:
1. Confirm the identities of the participating parties
2. Witness signatures between them
3. Sign off on the validity of the agreement

For some documents, Notarisation is the first step, in which a notary will certify the document in a certain way, depending what is required. They may, for example, certify a person’s signature on the document to prove that the person signing is the person named in the document.

Finding a Notary Public

All Irish Notaries are authorised to notarise documents for use anywhere in the world. Clients, no matter where they reside, can have documents notarised anywhere in Ireland. The place where the documents are actually signed and notarised is important. Each Notary may notarise documents in the County where his / her principal office is situated and also in some adjoining Counties. If it is intended that the Notary will actually sign and notarise the documents other than his / her own County, clients should ask the Notary to confirm that he / she is authorised to sign and notarise documents at that place.

Finalising Your Legal Documents

Notary publics are needed in law as they help ensure your document is valid. Many legal documents require notarisation during execution; however, even when notarisation is not required, it is a recommended way to help prevent avoidable issues like fraud, duress, and more.

Proof of Identity

Notarising a document today requires the same anti-terrorism and anti-money laundering formalities as apply on opening a new bank account. The rules are very strict.
You must satisfactorily prove your identity and place of residence and the Notary must keep the identification records for five years.

This process has to be repeated every time you go to the Notary unless you have been with the same Notary within the previous three months.

Passport
1. You must prove your identity, and that means producing your original passport.
2. Lesser proof will only be accepted for compelling reasons which must be satisfactory to the Notary.
3. The Notary will give no assurances in advance that your substitute document of identification will be acceptable.
4. If your passport number is given in the document to be notarised, then the passport must be produced, without exception.
5. If any other identifying detail is given in the document to be notarised (such as Identity Card number or tax number), then whatever document proves that other detail must also be produced.

Utility Bill
You must prove your current residential address by producing a recent utility bill (not being a mobile phone bill) addressed to you at your stated address within the previous
three months.

If you require a notary public cork or have any questions about our Notary Public services, you can Freephone: 1800 246442 or Email:
info@sweeneysolicitors.ie

02/04/2021

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