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New Consumer Watchdogs Approved for Irish Class Actions

New Consumer Watchdogs Approved for Irish Class Actions

Ireland approves Euroconsum and WhizzBang as new qualified entities, broadening the scope of consumer class actions despite litigation funding barriers.

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High Court Challenge Over Dublin Airport Passenger Cap

High Court Challenge Over Dublin Airport Passenger Cap

North Dublin residents seek a High Court injunction to enforce Dublin Airport's 32 million passenger cap amidst impending legislation to scrap the limit.

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Irish Probate Office Urges Switch to Faster Digital Portal

Irish Probate Office Urges Switch to Faster Digital Portal

The Irish Courts Service's new digital probate portal allows solicitors to withdraw paper applications, significantly speeding up estate administration.

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Navigating Spinal Injuries: Causes, Impacts, and Legal Avenues

Navigating Spinal Injuries: Causes, Impacts, and Legal Avenues

Explore the profound impact of spinal cord injuries, from Cauda Equina Syndrome to clinical negligence, and understand the legal avenues available in Ireland.

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Pádraig's Story: Examining Maternity Negligence and Irish Law

Pádraig's Story: Examining Maternity Negligence and Irish Law

Discover the heartbreaking story of baby Pádraig and how his family's High Court settlement against the HSE highlights the complexities of Irish medical law.

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NORTHERN IRELAND: Court of Appeal Clarifies Property Boundary Disputes in NI

NORTHERN IRELAND: Court of Appeal Clarifies Property Boundary Disputes in NI

A landmark Northern Ireland Court of Appeal judgment in Kirkpatrick v O'Boyle provides vital clarity on property boundaries, rights of way, and legal costs.

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Dublin Castle Cafe Faces Legal Battle Over EU Presidency Lockdown

Dublin Castle Cafe Faces Legal Battle Over EU Presidency Lockdown

A legal dispute has erupted at the Circuit Civil Court as the Silk Road Café fights closure during the EU Presidency security lockdown at Dublin Castle.

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High Court Dismisses Tragic Negligence Claim Over Procedural Delay

High Court Dismisses Tragic Negligence Claim Over Procedural Delay

The Irish High Court has set aside the renewal of a personal injury summons in a tragic medical negligence case, highlighting strict legal time limits.

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Methotrexate Negligence Claim Faces Procedural High Court Battle

Methotrexate Negligence Claim Faces Procedural High Court Battle

A tragic medical negligence case involving contraindicated methotrexate, miscarriage, and severe fetal brain injury faces High Court procedural delay challenges.

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Navigating Workplace Defamation Risks in Irish Employment Law

Navigating Workplace Defamation Risks in Irish Employment Law

Discover how Irish employers can navigate the legal complexities of workplace defamation, from internal investigations to the costly risks of informal messaging.

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