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Irish Birth Injury Claims: Time Limits Explained
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Irish Birth Injury Claims: Time Limits Explained

Learn about the Statute of Limitations for birth injury claims in Ireland, including the date of knowledge principle and special rules for minors.

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The Balance of Probabilities in Irish Civil Law
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The Balance of Probabilities in Irish Civil Law

Understand the balance of probabilities in Irish civil law. Learn how personal injury claims are proven, the evidence needed, and how civil courts operate.

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Understanding Contributory Negligence in Irish Law
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Understanding Contributory Negligence in Irish Law

Learn how the Civil Liability Act 1961 governs contributory negligence in Ireland, balancing fairness and proportionally reducing personal injury compensation.

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NORTHERN IRELAND: NICA Delivers Judgment on Teenage Child Welfare
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NORTHERN IRELAND: NICA Delivers Judgment on Teenage Child Welfare

The Northern Ireland Court of Appeal has delivered a significant judgment regarding the welfare and rights of a 14-year-old boy in a complex family law dispute.

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NORTHERN IRELAND: NICA Ruling on JR256 Explores Judicial Review Complexities
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NORTHERN IRELAND: NICA Ruling on JR256 Explores Judicial Review Complexities

The Northern Ireland Court of Appeal's recent judgment in JR256 underscores the strict thresholds required to overturn dismissed judicial review applications.

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Barrister Wins Appeal Against Unprecedented Contempt Proceedings
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Barrister Wins Appeal Against Unprecedented Contempt Proceedings

A prominent barrister has successfully appealed a rare contempt of court order, raising critical questions about fearless legal advocacy and court jurisdiction.

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Data Protection Commission Fines PTSB Over Severe Security Breaches
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Data Protection Commission Fines PTSB Over Severe Security Breaches

The Data Protection Commission has fined Permanent TSB following severe GDPR breaches and security failures at its Open24 Contact Centre.

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Courts Service Backs Family Courts Act Rollout
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Courts Service Backs Family Courts Act Rollout

The Irish Courts Service has welcomed the phased implementation plan for the Family Courts Act 2024, promising a more child-centric justice system.

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Google Faces £3bn UK Lawsuit Over Ad Tech Monopoly Claims
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Google Faces £3bn UK Lawsuit Over Ad Tech Monopoly Claims

Google faces a monumental £3 billion collective lawsuit in the UK over allegations of severe anti-competitive behaviour in the digital advertising market.

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Tourist Wins €1,000 Payout Over Poolside Sunlounger Dispute
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Tourist Wins €1,000 Payout Over Poolside Sunlounger Dispute

A German tourist has won nearly €1,000 in compensation after a court ruled tour operators are liable for failing to manage poolside sunlounger disputes.

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Permanent TSB Fined €277,500 Over GDPR Breaches and Security Lapses
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Permanent TSB Fined €277,500 Over GDPR Breaches and Security Lapses

The Data Protection Commission has fined Permanent TSB €277,500 following serious GDPR breaches and delayed reporting linked to social engineering fraud.

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Chef Sues Restaurant Over Back Injury from Commercial Blender
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Chef Sues Restaurant Over Back Injury from Commercial Blender

A commis chef is suing a restaurant in the High Court after allegedly sustaining a severe back injury while operating a commercial blender in a confined space.

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