Lodgments and tenders are frequently used in the Superior Courts to persuade a Plaintiff to settle a claim. In terms of O. 22(6) of the Rules of the Superior Courts a Plaintiff risks paying part of the Defendant’s legal costs if a lodgment or... Continue reading
It is over 6 months since the Personal Injuries Guidelines (“the Guidelines”) (as discussed in previous articles here: Judicial Council Guidelines & Judicial Guidelines)were commenced on 24th April last. The Guidelines were commenced in an effort to reduce and standardise awards in personal injuries... Continue reading
Content Moderators – The Guardians of Public Discourse An employer is legally required to provide an employee with a safe place of work and a safe system of work. Under the Health and Safety Regulations it is the responsibility of both the company and... Continue reading
Breast Implants linked to a type of Lymphoma Cancer (BIA- ALCL) Breast Implants have been used for a number of years for the purposes of cosmetic surgery and also to provide reconstructive surgery after breast cancer. For many women, this has been a decision... Continue reading
Emma McKeown v Ann Crosby and Mary Vocella Costs ruling of Mr. Justice Noonan delivered on the 11th of May 2021: The principal judgement was delivered on the 11th of August 2020, the Appellants, being the Defendants, were successful and the damages awarded by... Continue reading
