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High Court Reaffirms Nervous Shock Rules in Medical Negligence Case
The Irish High Court has clarified secondary victim rights in Kinsella v Carter, affirming that medical negligence qualifies as an accident for nervous shock.
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Landmark Nervous Shock Claim Arises Over Beaumont Overdose
A landmark Irish legal case examines whether a husband can claim damages for PTSD after witnessing the aftermath of his wife's fatal hospital overdose.
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High Court Tests Nervous Shock Limits in Medical Negligence
The Irish High Court hears a landmark case on whether secondary victims can claim for nervous shock after witnessing the aftermath of medical negligence.
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Financial Support When Injured and Unable to Work in Ireland
Discover your financial rights in Ireland if an injury prevents you from working, including statutory sick pay, state benefits, and personal injury claims.
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NORTHERN IRELAND: Inherent Jurisdiction and the Protection of Vulnerable Adults
An analysis of the Re BD judgment, exploring the High Court's inherent jurisdiction, capacity assessments, and cross-border adult safeguarding principles.
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Navigating Strict Timelines and Case Law in Irish Probate Disputes
Explore the latest updates in Irish probate law, including strict limitation periods for succession disputes, promissory estoppel, and recent High Court rulings.
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How the EU Product Liability Directive Reshapes Irish Insurance
Explore how the EU Product Liability Directive 2024/2985 will transform the Irish insurance market, expanding definitions, liable parties, and claim limits.
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Former UL President Seeks Injunction Over New Investigation
Former University of Limerick president Kerstin Mey seeks a High Court injunction to halt a renewed probe into a property purchase and her PAC appearance.
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NORTHERN IRELAND: Court Examines Human Rights in Non-Molestation Orders
A landmark Northern Ireland Family Court ruling examines whether non-molestation orders in domestic violence cases are compatible with human rights law.
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Combating Online Defamation and Digital Smears in Ireland
Discover how Irish law combats online defamation and digital smear campaigns. Learn about the Defamation Act 2009, legal remedies, and strict time limits.
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