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Solicitor O’Callaghan Loses Appeal on Conflict of Interest
A High Court judge has upheld a professional misconduct finding against a suspended solicitor for a conflict of interest in a 2006 land deal, despite dismissing other charges.
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Brain-injured man, 20, wins massive €9M court settlement
A €9 million High Court settlement has been approved for a man who sustained a traumatic brain injury in a road accident when he was a five-year-old boy.
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Irish Supreme Court: Minors Cannot Inherit Tenancies
Ireland’s Supreme Court upholds a law barring children under 18 from inheriting tenancies, ruling the age distinction is rational and not unconstitutional.
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NI Experts Urge Critical Reforms for Children’s Justice System
Legal experts and policymakers in Northern Ireland scrutinise the criminal justice system’s approach to children, debating key reforms to protect their rights.
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Australia’s Remote Work Win: What It Means for Irish Law
Discover what Irish employers must learn from Australia’s landmark remote working ruling. An in-depth analysis of the case and its implications for Ireland’s flexible work laws.
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Families’ Concerns Trigger Inquiry into Spina Bifida Care
The government has launched a statutory public inquiry into spina bifida and complex scoliosis services, aiming to address long-standing concerns from families.
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Labour Court Rules Waivers Valid if Process is Fair
The Irish Labour Court has affirmed a landmark decision, finding an employment waiver valid despite the employee not seeking legal advice. Learn what this means for employers.
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Judge Dismisses Appeal, Cites ‘Never-Ending Cycle’ Risk
The High Court has upheld the LSRA’s decision to close a complaint file against a solicitor, providing clarity on review procedures and setting a high bar for appeals.
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Ireland Launches Probe into Historical School Abuse Claims
Ireland launches a major Commission of Investigation into historical sexual abuse in religious schools, alongside a redress scheme, following a report detailing thousands of allegations.
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€65k Payout Despite Judge Criticizing Woman’s Exaggerated PTSD
The High Court awarded a woman €65,000 for a minor crash causing PTSD, applying the ‘eggshell skull’ rule while halving the psychiatric award due to other life events.
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Ireland: Suspects Must Give Up Digital Passwords
Ireland’s Supreme Court upholds a controversial law requiring suspects to give passwords to seized devices, in a landmark ruling on digital privacy and crime.
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NI Solicitors Win €800k Defamation Case Against O’Brien
Two Northern Irish solicitors have been awarded a combined €823,500 by a Dublin High Court jury in a defamation case against businessman Denis O’Brien.
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