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Storms and Rising Costs Push Irish Insurance Payouts to Record Highs
Severe storms, soaring repair costs, and high litigation rates have driven Irish insurance payouts to near-record levels amid growing market pressures.
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Cybersecurity Engineer Claims Penalisation Over Israel Tech Warning
An Irish cybersecurity engineer has brought a WRC claim for whistleblower penalisation and constructive dismissal after flagging risks regarding an Israeli firm.
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Former CEO Awarded €420k in Constructive Dismissal Case
The WRC has awarded the former CEO of Galway-based EV start-up Xerotech €420,172 after a profound breach of trust led to his constructive dismissal.
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Dublin Emerges as UEFA's New European Hub for Sports Arbitration
Discover how UEFA's historic decision to designate Dublin as a new seat for the Court of Arbitration for Sport will transform European sports law from 2026.
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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A County Louth childcare worker has withdrawn two €60,000 personal injury claims after a judge questioned her failure to disclose a severe third car crash.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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