Mother and son settle €40,000 defamation case against HSE

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A mother and her young son secured a €40,000 settlement in defamation and privacy proceedings against the HSE in the High Court, reported on 6 May 2015. The claims concerned alleged Facebook posts by the son’s foster parents, including photographs and personal details; both plaintiffs were withheld from identification for legal reasons. Mr Justice Kevin Cross approved the settlement following an application by counsel for the mother and son. The settlement was described as a global offer covering both claims and was exclusive of legal costs.