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NORTHERN IRELAND: Court of Appeal Clarifies Property Boundary Disputes in NI
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NORTHERN IRELAND: Court of Appeal Clarifies Property Boundary Disputes in NI

A landmark Northern Ireland Court of Appeal judgment in Kirkpatrick v O'Boyle provides vital clarity on property boundaries, rights of way, and legal costs.

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Dublin Castle Cafe Faces Legal Battle Over EU Presidency Lockdown
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Dublin Castle Cafe Faces Legal Battle Over EU Presidency Lockdown

A legal dispute has erupted at the Circuit Civil Court as the Silk Road Café fights closure during the EU Presidency security lockdown at Dublin Castle.

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High Court Dismisses Tragic Negligence Claim Over Procedural Delay
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High Court Dismisses Tragic Negligence Claim Over Procedural Delay

The Irish High Court has set aside the renewal of a personal injury summons in a tragic medical negligence case, highlighting strict legal time limits.

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Methotrexate Negligence Claim Faces Procedural High Court Battle
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Methotrexate Negligence Claim Faces Procedural High Court Battle

A tragic medical negligence case involving contraindicated methotrexate, miscarriage, and severe fetal brain injury faces High Court procedural delay challenges.

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Navigating Workplace Defamation Risks in Irish Employment Law
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Navigating Workplace Defamation Risks in Irish Employment Law

Discover how Irish employers can navigate the legal complexities of workplace defamation, from internal investigations to the costly risks of informal messaging.

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Cork Girl Secures €3.25m Settlement Over Birth Injury Claim
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Cork Girl Secures €3.25m Settlement Over Birth Injury Claim

A 10-year-old Cork girl with severe disabilities has secured a €3.25m High Court interim settlement against the HSE following a complex birth injury lawsuit.

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High Court Strikes Out Medical Claim Over Summons Delay
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High Court Strikes Out Medical Claim Over Summons Delay

The Irish High Court has set aside the renewal of a personal injuries summons in a medical negligence claim, citing a lack of solicitor diligence and delays.

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Dublin Probate Dispute Highlights Conditional Bequest Risks
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Dublin Probate Dispute Highlights Conditional Bequest Risks

A complex legal dispute over a Raheny estate underscores the intricacies of conditional bequests and family litigation within the Irish probate system.

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NORTHERN IRELAND: Tribunal Refuses to Reopen Out-of-Time Claims Against KPMG
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NORTHERN IRELAND: Tribunal Refuses to Reopen Out-of-Time Claims Against KPMG

A tribunal has firmly rejected a bid to reopen late unfair dismissal and sex discrimination claims brought by a former worker against KPMG.

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Muckamore Families Demand Accountability Before Inquiry Report
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Muckamore Families Demand Accountability Before Inquiry Report

Families of patients abused at Muckamore Abbey Hospital demand accountability, systemic reform, and a statutory duty of candour ahead of the inquiry report.

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NORTHERN IRELAND: NI Court Ruling Clarifies Judicial Review for Minors
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NORTHERN IRELAND: NI Court Ruling Clarifies Judicial Review for Minors

A landmark Northern Ireland Court of Appeal ruling clarifies the rights of grandparents acting as next friends in judicial reviews for minors.

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Legality of 'No Foal, No Fee' Agreements Faces Court Test
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Legality of 'No Foal, No Fee' Agreements Faces Court Test

A landmark legal challenge by two taxpayers against the Collector General questions the legality of 'no foal, no fee' agreements under Irish champerty laws.

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