What Is Institutional Abuse? | P.A. Duffy & Co Solicitors

Institutional Abuse Claims

Institutional Abuse is the mistreatment by a person in authority or with responsibility of an individual under the care of an institution or organisation. This abuse can range from neglect and poor care to sexual and physical abuse within a care setting.

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About Institutional Abuse Claims

At P.A Duffy & Co Solicitors, we represent victims of institutional abuse across Ireland and Northern Ireland. Our human rights team are experienced, understanding and sympathetic and will work tirelessly on your behalf to secure the compensation you are owed for what has happened.

Where can Institutional Abuse occur?

Schools
Foster Homes
NHS (hospitals, clinics, rehabilitation centres)
Emergency children’s placements
Religious organisations; churches, convents
Out of school activities- drama/sport club
Work environment

How We Can Help

At P.A. Duffy & Co. Solicitors, we realise that the long-term effects which institutional abuse has on a survivor are devastating. This can lead to damaged mental, social, and physical wellbeing.

It therefore important to seek the right legal advice to secure the compensation you deserve and require. We understand that this compensation will not correct the abuse you endured however it will help you afford after treatment, such as counselling, therapy sessions, a safe living environment and travelling to and from the hospital and support groups.

If you or a loved one is/has experienced institutional abuse, please follow the simple steps below to contact our Human Rights legal team and we will be sure to follow up on your enquiry.

FAQs

Practitioners who work within an institution have a duty of care and professionalism to those who use the service. If you believe you are/have been abused by someone who owed a duty of care, you may be entitled to compensation.