The High Court has determined that a motor insurer must provide cover for a man who was badly injured when the lifting mechanism of a lorry failed and dropped a large bin on him.
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Bill to enhance transparency around deductions from insurers’ Covid settlements
A new bill will aim to “enhance transparency” around the practice of insurers deducting government payments from Covid-related claims settlements.
Award of €53,000 to woman for work injury set aside
The Court of Appeal in Ireland has set aside a €53,000 damages award to a service station worker who injured her knee as she stood up after doing a stocktake.
Court of Appeal: County council not liable for €113,000 injury due to non-feasance rule for highway authorities
The Court of Appeal has upheld an appeal by Clare County Council against a €113,000 damages award for personal injuries sustained in a highway accident.
Insurance costs soar 15pc despite drop in payouts
Overall insurance costs have shot up by 15pc since new guidelines on award levels were introduced, a survey of motorists,...
Doctor’s High Court Proceedings Ruled an Abuse of Process
GP Dr Samuel Van Eeden was prosecuted, and subsequently acquitted, of the importation of medicinal products without a...
Refusal of redress to man over sexual abuse irrational, court told
State Claims Agency told man he was not entitled to apply for ex gratia payment
Health and safety trainer loses €60,000 action against Lidl over lifting heavy pack of bottles
A health and safety trainer, who allegedly showed reckless disregard for his own safety by lifting weights he would advise others not to lift, has lost a €60,000 damages claim against Lidl and has been ordered to pay the store’s significant legal costs.
Teenager who claimed she developed sleep disorder after swine flu jab settles case for €1.2m
A 16-year old girl who sued claiming she developed a rare sleep disorder after receiving a swine flu jab has settled a High...