Mother-of-three awarded €20,000 in damages for panic attack and soft tissue injuries after minor collision; court rejects defendant’s claim of a scam.
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Solicitor’s Fees in Ireland
Understanding the various ways solicitors charge their clients in claims cases in Ireland, including hourly rates, fixed fees, and conditional fees (with restrictions), is important for those seeking legal representation, and utilising the Irish Claims Board is an alternative to consider.
High Court Dismisses Breast Cancer Misdiagnosis Claim Against HSE
The High Court has dismissed a plaintiff’s medical negligence action against the HSE for alleged failures in diagnosing...
New Garda Compensation Act: Are Your Claims Safe?
The Garda Siochana (Compensation) Act 2022 introduces significant changes to the Garda Compensation Scheme, including new application processes, time limits, and involvement of the Personal Injuries Assessment Board.
The Role of Mediation in Personal Injury Claims: Understanding the PIRB’s New Approach
Discover how the Personal Injuries Resolution Board’s focus on mediation is transforming the resolution process for personal injury claims.
Epilim redress scheme would avoid ‘perpetual litigation’
Prominent solicitor Michael Boylan calls for an urgent redress scheme for families of children affected by in-utero exposure to the anti-epileptic drug Epilim, as a wave of similar cases is expected to hit the courts
Guidelines, PTSD, and Justice: Unraveling the Lipinski Case’s Impact on Future Personal Injury Claims
The Lipinski judgment illuminates Judicial Council Guidelines interpretation, especially for PTSD and multiple injuries in personal injury cases, revealing High Court adherence and need for more caselaw.
Woman awarded €15,000 after being mistaken for shoplifter
WRC finds shop discriminated against woman on grounds of her disability
Woman who tripped over own dog at pet store loses High Court damages action
Carole Vickery claimed she broke her leg after tripping on a lip of a doorway at Petzone in Dublin