[1] Inspired by true events, Holly O'Rourke (Leeanna Walsman) begins investigating a gangland murder that turns her whole life upside down.
The investigation threatens to destroy her career as a conspiracy and a deeper plot emerges, all whilst Holly's family life is crumbling around her.
[3] On 14 September 2022, the six-part series was greenlit for production by Screen Australia, receiving support from VicScreen.
[5][3] Human Error was set to lead the 2023 Nine Network drama slate but was ultimately pushed back until the following year, due to Nine airing the Warnie tele-movie.
[6] David Knox of TV Tonight gave the series a 4 star rating saying that Walsman delivered at every turn and the cast complemented their roles perfectly.