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High Court tosses student’s college fall lawsuit over delays
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High Court tosses student’s college fall lawsuit over delays

The High Court has dismissed a personal injury lawsuit against Leinster Senior College regarding a 2010 staircase fall, citing excessive procedural delays.

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Dublin Airport Worker Challenges Garda Security Clearance Ban
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Dublin Airport Worker Challenges Garda Security Clearance Ban

An electrician at Dublin Airport has been granted High Court leave to challenge the revocation of his security clearance over ‘nefarious activity’ concerns.

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Judge Sparks Backlash Over Inflation-Linked Injury Awards
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Judge Sparks Backlash Over Inflation-Linked Injury Awards

A High Court judge controversially factors inflation into a €170k injury award, sparking business fears, while a new documentary exposes Ireland’s cost of living crisis.

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Ireland’s Online Safety: A Guide to the DSA and New Rules
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Ireland’s Online Safety: A Guide to the DSA and New Rules

An in-depth look at online safety claims in Ireland, covering the Digital Services Act, Coimisiún na Meán’s role, and available legal remedies for users.

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PwC Employee Wins £150k in Age and Disability Discrimination Case
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PwC Employee Wins £150k in Age and Disability Discrimination Case

A former PwC employee settles an age and disability discrimination case for £150,000 after alleging harassment and unfair treatment following 40 years of service.

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Irish Govt announces €20,000 payment for Stardust fire survivors
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Irish Govt announces €20,000 payment for Stardust fire survivors

Stardust fire survivors will receive a €20,000 recognition payment as the government launches the second phase of its redress scheme following the 2024 inquest.

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Supreme Court Backs Tenants in Landmark Freehold Ruling
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Supreme Court Backs Tenants in Landmark Freehold Ruling

The Supreme Court dismisses a technical challenge in ground rents legislation, affirming tenants’ rights to buy the fee simple despite complex lease history.

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High Court blocks removal of minority director in Gorzow case
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High Court blocks removal of minority director in Gorzow case

The High Court has granted an exceptional injunction preventing the removal of a director in a quasi-partnership dispute, citing inadequate remedies in damages.

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New Bill to Reform Personal Injury Payouts and Delaney Ruling
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New Bill to Reform Personal Injury Payouts and Delaney Ruling

The Joint Committee on Justice examines the Judicial Council (Amendment) Bill 2026, focusing on personal injury payouts, sentencing reforms, and legislative oversight.

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Irish High Court Limits Lis Pendens in Receiver Appointment Cases
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Irish High Court Limits Lis Pendens in Receiver Appointment Cases

A pivotal Irish High Court decision rules that challenges to receiver appointments do not permit a lis pendens, shifting the legal landscape for property disputes.

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Woman’s €760k Claim Dismissed Over Tree-Throwing Photos
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Woman’s €760k Claim Dismissed Over Tree-Throwing Photos

An insurer is actively pursuing legal costs after a woman’s €760,000 injury claim was dismissed when a photo emerged of her winning a tree-throwing contest.

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Firefighter Fitness Test Ruled Discriminatory in Landmark Case
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Firefighter Fitness Test Ruled Discriminatory in Landmark Case

A landmark ruling finds a ‘one-size-fits-all’ fitness test for firefighters is discriminatory. Learn how one woman’s case could reshape recruitment in public services.

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