Personal Injury Medical Reports
Independent Medical Assessments for Injury Claims
Dr. McQuillan provides independent medical assessments for personal injury claims. These are commonly used in road traffic accident cases, slips and falls, or other physical injuries.
What's Included in the Report?
Each report provides a structured, evidence-based assessment designed to support clear decision-making in legal and insurance contexts.
- Detailed history of the index incident and mechanism of injury
- Account of symptoms from incident to date of assessment
- Past medical history, with attention to any pre-existing conditions
- Detailed clinical examination
- Review of all available medical records, imaging, and reports
- Diagnosis of injuries sustained
- Opinion on causation, including the relationship between the incident and the injuries
- Treatment received to date and its appropriateness
- Current condition and functional limitations
- Prognosis, including expected recovery, residual disability, and future treatment needs
- Comment on capacity for work and daily activities
Why Personal Injury Reports Matter
These reports are essential for courts, insurers, and claimants seeking clarity on the extent of injury and the potential for recovery. Dr. McQuillan's experience ensures the report stands up to legal scrutiny.
Getting Your Personal Injury Report
Key details regarding appointment logistics, fees, and expected delivery timelines.
- Turnaround Time
- 10–14 days
- Location
- Suite 8, Blackrock Clinic, Dublin
- Fee
- €450 plus VAT
With three decades as Head of Emergency Medicine at St Vincent’s University Hospital, Dr McQuillan has assessed and treated tens of thousands of trauma and injury cases. That experience translates directly into authoritative reports that withstand legal scrutiny.
Types of personal injury cases
Dr McQuillan provides reports across a wide range of personal injury claims, including:
- Road traffic accidents
- Workplace injuries
- Slips, trips, and falls
- Sporting injuries
- Injuries from accidents at home or in public places
- Whiplash and soft tissue injuries
- Fractures and orthopaedic injuries
- Head injuries and post-concussion syndrome
- Psychological sequelae of physical injury
Court-compliance and independence
All reports comply with the requirements of the Irish courts and the Personal Injuries Assessment Board. They are written in plain language with technical terms explained, structured logically, and supported by appropriate clinical reasoning. Independence is the foundation of every report. Dr McQuillan acts as an expert to assist the court, not as an advocate for either side.
Turnaround times and fees
Standard turnaround is 10 to 14 days from the date of assessment, assuming all records are provided. Urgent reports can be accommodated where required. The fee for a medical causation report is €450 plus VAT. Fees are confirmed at the time of booking.
How to instruct Dr McQuillan
Solicitors can instruct Dr McQuillan by contacting the practice office. A letter of instruction setting out the case, the questions to be addressed, and all available medical records should be provided in advance of the assessment.
Appointments
All assessments take place at Suite 8, Blackrock Clinic, Dublin. Parking is available on site.
Frequently Asked Questions
Most assessments take between 30 and 60 minutes, depending on the complexity of the injuries and the records to be reviewed.
All available medical records relating to the incident, including hospital records, GP records, imaging, physiotherapy notes, and any previous medico-legal reports. The more complete the record, the more useful the report.
Yes. Reports are prepared to be court-compliant and Dr McQuillan is available to attend court where required.
Yes, although most reports are instructed by solicitors. Direct instruction is possible where there is no solicitor involved or where a second opinion is sought.
Yes. Reports are provided for both claimants and defendants. Independence is maintained regardless of who instructs.
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All consultations take place at Suite 8, Blackrock Clinic, Dublin.