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High Court Overturns Repossession Order in Pepper Finance Case
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High Court Overturns Repossession Order in Pepper Finance Case

The High Court has ruled in favour of a homeowner facing repossession by Pepper Finance, setting aside a Circuit Court order on strict procedural grounds.

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Ireland's New SLAPP Bill: A Shield for Public Participation
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Ireland's New SLAPP Bill: A Shield for Public Participation

The SLAPP Bill 2026 introduces robust protections for Irish journalists and activists, empowering courts to swiftly dismiss abusive and intimidating lawsuits.

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High Court Mandates Litigation Funding Disclosure
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High Court Mandates Litigation Funding Disclosure

The High Court has ordered the disclosure of third-party litigation funding arrangements, reaffirming Ireland's strict stance on maintenance and champerty.

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Student Appeals High Court Dismissal in UCD Academic Case
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Student Appeals High Court Dismissal in UCD Academic Case

A UCD medical student appeals a High Court decision dismissing her case regarding the university's handling of her academic progression after an alleged assault.

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Court of Appeal Reaffirms Costs Rule in Regulatory Dispute
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Court of Appeal Reaffirms Costs Rule in Regulatory Dispute

The Court of Appeal has reaffirmed the strict application of the costs follow the event rule in a significant ruling involving the Law Society of Ireland.

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High Court Hears Start Mortgages Bid to Strike Out Homeowner Claim
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High Court Hears Start Mortgages Bid to Strike Out Homeowner Claim

The High Court examines a motion by Start Mortgages to dismiss a homeowner's attempt to halt a Waterford Circuit Court possession order over mortgage arrears.

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Historic 12-Year Repossession Delay Not Statute-Barred, Court Rules
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Historic 12-Year Repossession Delay Not Statute-Barred, Court Rules

An appellate court has ruled that a 2012 repossession order is not statute-barred, allowing a financial fund to execute the historical judgment.

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New Retirement Age Act Empowers Irish Workers to Defy Forced Exits
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New Retirement Age Act Empowers Irish Workers to Defy Forced Exits

The Employment Act 2025 and updated WRC Code give Irish workers new rights to challenge mandatory retirement ages, introducing severe penalties for employers.

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Former MMA Star Awarded €56k Over Garda Patrol Car Crash
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Former MMA Star Awarded €56k Over Garda Patrol Car Crash

Former MMA star Charlie Ward receives €56,000 in compensation after a Garda collision derailed his sporting career and cost him a lucrative US fight purse.

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High Court Clarifies Default Judgment Rules in Injury Claims
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High Court Clarifies Default Judgment Rules in Injury Claims

The High Court has ruled that an affidavit of verification must be served prior to issuing a motion for judgment in default of appearance in injury claims.

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High Court Mandates Strict Proofs for Default Judgments
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High Court Mandates Strict Proofs for Default Judgments

The High Court has ruled that serving an affidavit of verification is a mandatory proof before seeking a judgment in default in Irish personal injury claims.

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Hospitality Boss Fights €278k High Court Bankruptcy Petition
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Hospitality Boss Fights €278k High Court Bankruptcy Petition

Hospitality entrepreneur Alan Clancy is opposing a High Court bankruptcy petition over a €278,000 debt claim linked to a Co Meath hotel lease agreement.

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