Medical Negligence and Childbirth 3rd ed

Author: Doireann O'Mahony
Publisher: Bloomsbury Professional (formerly Tottel Publishing)
ISBN: 9781526535122

Previous Edition ISBN: 9781526515995
Published In: April 2026
Format: Hardback
Jurisdiction: Ireland ? Disclaimer:
Countri(es) stated herein are used as reference only

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With contributions from world-leading experts in obstetrics, gynaecology, neonatology and related specialties, this book equips legal practitioners with the knowledge required to advise on complex birth-related injuries. As well as analysing the legal implications of such injuries and examining key Irish and UK case law, Clinical Negligence and Childbirth uniquely explains birth injuries from a clinical perspective in a manner accessible to non-medics.

Fully updated to reflect developments in expert evidence, assisted decision-making, standards of care and judicial fact-finding, the Third Edition also includes new chapters on:

- Capacity - Genetic Testing - Maternal Death

This edition is an invaluable guide for legal and medical professionals who need to remain current with the law of clinical negligence as it applies to pregnancy, labour and newborn care.

The first edition of this book (originally entitled 'Medical Negligence and Childbirth') was named Legal Book of the Year at the Irish Law Awards in 2016.

Part I: Practice, Procedure and Proofs

Chapter 1: Initial Contact with Client, and Investigation

Chapter 2: Statutory Limitation Periods

Chapter 3: Assembling Evidence as to Fact

Chapter 4: Medical Records

Chapter 5: Findings as to Facts

Chapter 6: Assembly of Expert Evidence on Breach of Duty and Causation

Chapter 7: Ascertaining the Grounds of Defence, and Common Pre-Trial Applications

Chapter 8: Trial

Chapter 9: Costs

Part II: Consent

Chapter 10: Self-Determination in Childbirth: The Law of Consent