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High Court Upholds Traditional Legal Representation Roles
The High Court has recently reinforced the traditional legal roles, particularly concerning barristers and their interaction with clients. The ruling has reaffirmed the principle that barristers cannot accept direct instructions from clients in litigation-related matters, except under certain conditions. Legal Framework and Regulation The case of Mallon v The Minister for Justice and Ors [2025] […]
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Pedestrian Motor Claims Surge in Ireland
Pedestrian motor claims in Ireland have seen a notable rise, as revealed by a recent report from the Injuries Resolution Board (IRB). The data indicates a 15% increase in such claims during 2024, with pedestrians facing a significantly higher risk of fatalities in road accidents compared to other road users. Analysis and Trends Conducted in […]
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Sub-postmistress Continues Battle for Compensation
A former sub-postmistress from County Tyrone remains determined to reclaim the funds she believes are rightfully hers following the Post Office’s IT debacle. More than 900 sub-postmasters faced wrongful prosecution due to inaccuracies in the Horizon computer system, which mistakenly indicated missing payments in their accounts. The issue resurfaced when Sir Alan Bates, a leading […]
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Shein Under EU Scrutiny for Alleged Discount Practices
Chinese fashion retailer Shein is facing scrutiny from European authorities over alleged violations of consumer protection laws. Ireland’s Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) is working with consumer authorities in Belgium, France, and the Netherlands, alongside the European Commission, to address concerns about Shein’s business practices. The issues raised include accusations of “fake discounts” that […]
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Schoolgirl Receives Compensation for In-Flight Injury
A young girl, aged twelve, has reached a settlement agreement with Ryanair following an incident on a flight where she sustained burns. This settlement, amounting to €30,000, was accepted in addition to covering her legal expenses. In the Circuit Civil Court, Judge Christopher Callan expressed his hope that this distressing event would not deter Sienna […]
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Coldplay Fan Wins Refund Over Concert Seating Dispute
A concert-goer secured a full refund from Ticketmaster after a disappointing experience at a Coldplay concert in Dublin. The fan, who had eagerly anticipated the event, found himself and his spouse in “restricted view” seats during the highly anticipated Music of the Spheres world tour performance. James McGetrick, who was thrilled to have secured pre-sale […]
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Supreme Court Recognizes Polish Judgment Despite Champerty Concerns
The Supreme Court addressed the tension between local public policy and the recognition of EU member state judgments, ultimately prioritizing the latter. This decision stemmed from an investment case involving Irish investors and a shopping center development in Poland. The investors, through a special purpose vehicle (SPV), faced losses while alleging the respondent profited. Seeking […]
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Major Step Forward in Class Action Against Tech Giant
A significant development has occurred in a class action lawsuit targeting a major technology company, concerning allegations of privacy rights violations through its advertising technology. Recently, an advocacy group approached the court to initiate what is being called the first class action under a new EU directive designed to provide collective redress. This directive has […]
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Judicial Review Leads to New Hearing in Discrimination Case
A health advocacy officer for the Roma community recently secured a new hearing after questioning the handling of his discrimination complaint by a workplace tribunal. The officer, Danut Nae, initially filed a complaint under the Equal Status Act 2000, alleging discrimination at a retail store in Dublin. During the initial tribunal hearing, the respondent failed […]
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Retailer Fined for Misleading Black Friday Discounts
A well-known pharmacy and beauty retailer has been fined over €1,000 after admitting to violating sales pricing regulations. The action was initiated by the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) following a review of the 2023-2024 winter sales, including the Black Friday period. This case is among the initial prosecutions under the new sales pricing […]
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Court Approves Class Action Against Tech Giant Over Privacy Issues
A recent ruling has allowed a significant class action lawsuit to proceed against a major tech corporation, addressing concerns over privacy breaches linked to its advertising technology. This development marks an important milestone in consumer rights protection under European Union legislation. The legal action was initiated under the EU Collective Redress Directive, a framework designed […]
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Court Orders Dublin Resident to Pay €40,000 for Defamatory Online Reviews
A Dublin resident has been instructed by the High Court to pay €40,000 in damages to a plumbing company due to defamatory reviews he posted online. The man, James Manning, residing in Rathfarnham, Dublin, was identified as having posted damaging reviews about Stillorgan Gas Heating and Plumbing Ltd, based in Dún Laoghaire, Dublin, through Trustpilot […]
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