Family settle action over baby who died two days after birth

It was the family's case the baby suffered from a metabolic genetic condition, and this was allegedly not picked up by the hospital

It was claimed there was an alleged failure to exercise an appropriate level of care, skill, competence and diligence throughout the baby’s care at Cavan General Hospital. File photo: Kevin Clancy

The family of a baby who died suddenly two days after his birth at Cavan General Hospital has settled a High Court action.

Baby Aodhgan Dolan, Counsel Esther Earley BL told the court, was found collapsed when he was two days old. Counsel, instructed by Caoimhe Haughey, solicitor, said it was their case the baby suffered from a metabolic genetic condition, and this was allegedly not picked up by the hospital.