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The Algorithmic Gavel: A Solution to Court Backlogs, or a Threat to Justice Itself?
The news from Northern Ireland arrives with the sleek, quiet efficiency of the very technology it heralds. A pilot scheme, driven by the Department of Justice and championed by senior judicial figures like Lord Justice Horner, aims to deploy artificial intelligence to tackle a staggering backlog of over 250,000 civil claims. On the surface, it’s […]
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Garda Settles Case After Accidental Shooting Incident
A member of the Irish police force has come to a settlement in a legal case following an incident where he was accidentally shot in the leg when his submachine gun discharged. The officer initiated legal proceedings against the Garda Commissioner, the Minister for Justice, and the Attorney General, claiming the mishap occurred due to […]
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Court Dismisses €60,000 Claim Over Minimal Traffic Collision
A riding instructor’s claim for €60,000 in damages following a minor traffic accident was dismissed by the Circuit Civil Court. Judge Terence O’Sullivan declared that the claimant could not be relied upon to provide truthful testimony. This decision came after evidence was presented showing the claimant had previously served time for making false allegations. Denise […]
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Family Settles After Medication-Linked Death of Restaurateur
The family of a businesswoman, who reportedly passed away following treatment with a medication for a skin condition, has reached a settlement in court proceedings. Poh Kwai Tan, known as Joyce Tan, was a Malaysian entrepreneur residing in Dunboyne, Co Meath, and managed five restaurants before her untimely demise at 47 in May 2020. Her […]
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Michael Flatley Disputes Costs in Cork Mansion Legal Case
Michael Flatley, renowned for his role in ‘Lord of the Dance’, is currently engaged in a legal dispute regarding a €1.4 million bill for costs related to his efforts to prevent a receiver from taking over his Cork mansion, Castlehyde. Flatley expressed his surprise at what he described as “blatant overcharging” in an affidavit submitted […]
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High Court Awards €72k to Woman Injured in Hotel Slip
A woman from Tipperary has been awarded €72,000 by the High Court following a fall at a wedding reception held in a four-star hotel. The incident, which took place in Hotel Kilkenny, involved the woman slipping on a wet floor while wearing stiletto heels. Despite the hotel’s claims that the woman lost her balance due […]
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Filipino Swimming Instructors in Ireland Win Wage Dispute
A group of swimming instructors from the Philippines, brought to Ireland with the promise of employment, have successfully reclaimed wages that were unfairly deducted. This decision followed an investigation by the Workplace Relations Commission (WRC), which found insufficient evidence to support a swimming school’s claim of spending €3,000 on training each instructor. One instructor recounted […]
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High Court Grants Orders to Aid Fraud Victim in Tracing Funds
The High Court has recently issued Norwich Pharmacal orders and Bankers Trust orders to assist a fraud victim in identifying those responsible for the deception and recovering his lost funds. In this case, Mr Justice David Nolan emphasised the importance of taking a pragmatic approach in understanding how frauds are executed and the potential of […]
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EU Court to Address AI Chatbots and Copyright in Google Case
A landmark case regarding copyright and generative AI has been presented to the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU). This case will explore how European copyright laws pertain to AI-generated content and the training of large language models (LLMs). The dispute, involving Like Company v. Google Ireland C-250/25, centres on the use of […]
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Karen’s Diner Ordered to Pay Compensation in Unpaid Tips Dispute
The quirky dining experience at Karen’s Diner in Dublin, known for its intentionally rude service, has led to a legal ruling requiring compensation for an ex-employee. The restaurant, part of a global chain that became popular in Australia and a viral sensation on TikTok, opened its doors in Dublin in early 2023. At the heart […]
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Builder Wins Compensation for Unfair Dismissal After On-Site Dispute
A builder, dismissed following an on-site disagreement where he labelled his employer a “sneaky rat,” has received €9,000 in compensation for unfair dismissal. The award was granted under the Unfair Dismissals Act 1977 after David Donohoe’s complaint against SJK Civils Ltd, where he had been employed for 13 years before his termination in April 2024. […]
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European Hotels Unite Against Booking.com Over Pricing Restrictions
The hotel industry across Europe is taking a unified stand against Booking.com, challenging the platform’s restrictions that have prevented hotels from offering competitive rates. This collective legal move follows a significant ruling by the Court of Justice of the European Union last September, which questioned the legality of Booking.com’s parity clauses. These clauses have barred […]
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