Judges may increasingly begin to request certificates showing that solicitors have complied with their obligations under...
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Lawyers told to pay out €470k over past five years
Lawyers have been told to pay out over €470,000 in compensation and refunds since the Legal Services Regulatory Authority...
Court hears case over family photos being taken on son’s first day at school
A plea in court has been made that there be no issues around the taking of a family photo on the first day of school for an...
Man with brain damage settles for €14.5m over incorrectly reported heel prick test
A 20-year-old man who has irreversible brain damage after a heel pin prick test as a baby under the national newborn...
High Court: Commercial Court declines jurisdiction of easyJet intellectual property case
The High Court has determined that Ireland is not the appropriate jurisdiction for a trademark infringement and passing off...
Injuries board reports 10% rise in claims last year
The Injuries Resolution Board (IRB) has seen a 10% increase in claims made to it during 2023, resulting in €170m being paid...
Understanding the Recent Norney v. Dr. Michael Watt Case
On 3 October 2024, the High Court in Belfast delivered a significant judgement in the case of Martine Norney versus Dr...
‘An ever-increasing cost’ – more pain for motorists as car insurance premiums now 15 times rate of inflation
Motor insurance premiums are escalating at a rapid rate despite government reforms. Figures reveal a 10.4% increase in the past year, 15 times higher than general inflation.
Ryanair facing DPC probe over facial recognition
Ryanair is facing a Data Protection Commission (DPC) inquiry into its customer verification process, which includes the use...