If a loved one suffered harm because of neglect or poor care in a nursing or residential care home, we can help you explore your options. Our expert solicitors help clients across Dublin, Galway, Cork, Donegal, and beyond with no upfront fees.
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What Is a Care Home Negligence Claim?

A care home negligence claim is made when a nursing home or care facility fails to provide proper care to a resident. Poor supervision or ignored medical needs can lead to injury, illness, or distress. Families may be entitled to seek compensation for the harm caused.

Care home negligence claims may arise from:
Falls due to poor supervision
Bed sores caused by lack of movement or care
Malnutrition or dehydration
Medication errors
Poor hygiene and infection control
Failure to respond to medical emergencies
Physical or emotional abuse
Neglect of personal care needs

Who Can Bring a Care Home Negligence Claim?

Claims can be brought in  courts under UK personal injury law by:
The injured resident
A family member acting with legal authority
A legal representative acting on behalf of someone who lacks capacity
The estate of a deceased resident in fatal cases

What Can You Claim Compensation For?

Care home negligence claims may include compensation for physical, emotional, and financial harm. This may include:
Pain and suffering
Medical treatment costs
Hospitalisation expenses
Loss of dignity and distress
Rehabilitation costs
Additional care requirements
Funeral expenses in fatal cases
Compensation may also reflect the emotional trauma experienced by the resident and their family.
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How to Make a Care Home Negligence in 3 Simple Steps

Step 1

Fill in our quick online form with your contact details and a brief summary of what happened.

Step 2

One of our solicitors will call you for a consultation at a convenient time.

Step 3

Weโ€™ll provide a no-obligation assessment and advise you on the next steps in your claim.
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Why People Across Choose Us for a Care Home Negligence Claim

No Upfront Costs to Begin Your Care Home Negligence Claim

You can begin your care home negligence claim without paying legal fees at the outset. Our team will review the circumstances of your case and explain your options clearly before your claim moves forward.

Direct Access to a Solicitor for Your Care Home Negligence Case

You will deal directly with an experienced solicitor who understands care home negligence and medical negligence claims in and can answer your questions throughout the process.

Local Legal Support Across

With offices in Dublin, Cork, Galway, and Donegal, we provide trusted legal support to families across whose loved ones have suffered harm due to care home negligence. Our team understands the local courts, medical evidence requirements, and the legal procedures involved in these types of claims.

Experience Handling Care Home Negligence Claims

Care home negligence can involve poor medical care, lack of supervision, untreated injuries, malnutrition, dehydration, or inadequate hygiene and living conditions. Our solicitors regularly assist families across with claims involving negligence in residential and nursing care homes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

About Care Home Negligence Claims in
A care home negligence claim may arise when a resident suffers harm because the care provided by a nursing home or residential care facility fell below the expected standard.
Negligence may include poor supervision, inadequate medical care, medication errors, failure to prevent falls, poor hygiene standards, or neglect of residentsโ€™ basic needs.
In some circumstances, family members or legal representatives may be able to bring a claim on behalf of a resident who has suffered harm due to negligence in a care home.
Residents may suffer injuries such as falls, pressure sores, infections, dehydration, malnutrition, medication complications, or emotional distress due to neglect.
Compensation may include medical treatment costs, rehabilitation, additional care needs, and the physical and emotional impact of the harm suffered.
Families may wish to document their concerns, seek medical advice for the resident if necessary, request copies of care records, and consider speaking with a solicitor to understand their legal options.
Evidence may include care home records, medical reports, photographs of injuries, witness statements, inspection reports, and documentation showing the impact of the negligence.
In most cases, a claim must be started within three years from the date of the incident or from the date when the negligence became known.
You can begin by contacting a solicitor and explaining the circumstances surrounding the care provided and the harm suffered. The solicitor can review the information and advise whether a claim may be possible and what steps can be taken next.
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