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High Court Rejects Romeo and Juliet Defence Age Limit Challenge
The Irish High Court has dismissed a constitutional challenge regarding strict age limits in the peer consent defence for alleged sexual offences among minors.
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Dundalk woman withdraws €120k claims after hiding third crash
A County Louth childcare worker has withdrawn two €60,000 personal injury claims after a judge questioned her failure to disclose a severe third car crash.
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Law Firm Blames €180k Marketing Flop for Solicitor’s Redundancy
A Dublin law firm’s €180,000 digital marketing venture ended in a WRC unfair dismissals claim after the strategy failed to generate personal injury cases.
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Ireland Implements New Consumer Protection Code for 2026
Ireland’s modernised Consumer Protection Code introduces sweeping banking reforms, enhanced anti-fraud measures, and new safeguards for consumers.
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Ireland Solidifies Status as Pro-Enforcement Arbitration Hub
Explore how the Irish courts maintain a strictly pro-enforcement stance on foreign arbitral awards, offering certainty and efficiency for global commerce.
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Dublin to Host New ICDR Arbitration Hub for US-EMEA Disputes
Ireland has been selected to host a new ICDR arbitration hub in Dublin, bridging commercial dispute resolution between US and EMEA corporations.
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High Court Dismisses RCSI Student’s Climbing Injury Claim
The High Court has dismissed a personal injury claim by a student who fractured her ankle while indoor bouldering, citing the sport’s inherent risks.
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Supreme Court Case Over State Failure to House 2,807 Asylum Seekers
The Supreme Court has begun a two-day hearing to determine if the State breached the human rights of asylum seekers left without proper accommodation.
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Irish Sports Clubs Hit with WRC Penalties Over Unpaid Wages
Irish sports clubs face rising WRC claims over unpaid wages. Learn how employment law applies to final pay, unlawful deductions, and compliance strategies.
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Ireland Named EMEA Hub for International Dispute Resolution
Ireland has been selected as the EMEA headquarters for the International Centre for Dispute Resolution, cementing its status as a global arbitration hub.
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High Court Judge Slams Tusla Over Secure Care Bed Shortage
High Court judge warns Tusla faces massive compensation claims over a critical shortage of secure care beds, leaving vulnerable children exposed to severe harm.
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WRC Awards €21,000 to Worker Dismissed After Pregnancy News
The WRC has awarded €21,000 to a hospitality worker dismissed shortly after disclosing her pregnancy, highlighting strict employer burdens of proof.
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