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Judge critical of ‘overly meticulous approach’ to legal costs hearings
The High Court has ruled that successful plaintiffs in a circuit appeal were entitled to the full legal costs of the hearing and rejected taking an “overly meticulous approach” to legal costs. The defendants had argued that the plaintiffs were not entitled to their legal costs because they had not been successful on an allegation […]
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Employee awarded €2,000 for non-material damage arising from data breach by employer in training video
The Circuit Court has awarded €2,000 to an employee for non-material damage arising from a data breach by his employer. The plaintiff was identifiable in a training video relating to unacceptable work standards which was seen by management. Delivering judgment in the case, His Honour Judge John O’Connor applied the principles from case law (such […]
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High Court: €69,000 for delivery driver injured after stepping into pothole while alighting vehicle
The High Court has awarded €69,000 in damages to a delivery driver who suffered a knee injury after stepping into a pothole while alighting his vehicle. The defendant was Tipperary County Council which was the authority in charge of the road. Delivering an ex tempore judgment in the case, Mr Justice Anthony Barr accepted expert evidence that […]
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‘A huge cost to society’ – Dozens withdraw suspicious injury claims at last minute
Dozens of people have withdrawn personal injury claims at the last minute after defendants refused to settle due to suspected fraud or exaggeration. New research carried out by Aviva Insurance shows that in the last two years, 91 claimants who brought claims against insured customers withdrew from litigation prior to a court hearing, with many […]
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Navigating the Complexities of Accord and Satisfaction in Contractual Agreements: Lessons from Recent Case Law
It is generally clear whether these elements of offer, acceptance, intention to create an enforceable agreement and consideration (being money or something of value) are present or not. However, issues do arise where it is alleged that an agreement was reached between parties to take a lesser sum than may have been due or where […]
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Court of Appeal: €94,000 award upheld for flight attendant who slipped on de-icing fluid on Ryanair plane
The Court of Appeal has upheld an award of €94,000 for personal injuries sustained by a flight attendant on a Ryanair plane. The plaintiff claimed that she slipped on de-icing fluid which was present on the vinyl surface of the floor. Delivering judgment in the case, Mr Justice Seamus Noonan held that the trial judge […]
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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.
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Uncovering the Real Reason for the Recent 5% Drop in Car Insurance Prices: What’s Behind the Trend?
Discover how the introduction of new guidelines has forced insurance companies to lower car insurance prices, and learn how to make a claim for compensation in this evolving landscape.
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Woman awarded €15,000 after being mistaken for shoplifter
WRC finds shop discriminated against woman on grounds of her disability
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Alternatives to litigation in Ireland
Overview of alternatives to litigation Reference to arbitration is commonplace in commercial contracts. However, there is an increasing trend towards consent-based forms of ADR such as mediation and expert determination as more flexible and cost-efficient ADR mechanisms. Arbitration The 2010 Act came into operation on 8 June 2010, repealing all previous arbitration legislation in Ireland. […]
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High Court: Solicitors should not be faulted for referring client directly to specialist doctor in appropriate cases
The High Court has awarded €60,000 to a woman who suffered a back injury while working as a healthcare assistant in Limerick Regional Hospital. In so ruling, the court was required to assess the weight it should attach to the evidence of the plaintiff’s medical expert. It was argued by the HSE that the plaintiff’s […]
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‘I am having significant trouble with it’ – Ex-Ireland player Tony Buckley to sue rugby governing bodies
Former Ireland and Munster rugby player Tony Buckley is to take court action against the IRFU and Munster Rugby. The case is concussion-related. Mr Buckley won 25 caps for Ireland and played just under 100 times for Munster during his career. Mr Buckley, a tighthead prop in his playing days, is being represented by Dublin […]
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