A 25-year old Cork woman with cerebral palsy, who sued over the circumstances of her birth at Wexford General Hospital in 1997, has settled her action against the HSE for a total of €35.2 million.
The settlement at the High Court, in the case of Shauni Breen from Togher, is the highest ever pay out in a personal injuries case alleging injury at birth.
It was settled without an admission of liability and will be paid out in stages.
Her counsel told the court there was a lapse of 40 minutes between the delivery of Shauni and her twin sister.
He said she suffered profound disabilities and is 'a very much loved and adored member of her family.'
