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All the time in the World – Statute of Limitations
What is the Statute of Limitations? The Statute of Limitations sets out the length of time a person has to make a claim as a result of an action or omission that gives rise to the claim. Once the specified time has passed an action can no longer be...
Enduring Power of Attorney – Planning for a Future where I can no longer make decisions for myself
There are many important decisions to be made when planning for the future. One of those may include a situation where your health has deteriorated and you no longer have the capacity to voice your wishes. WHAT IS THE ASSISTED DECISION-MAKING (CAPACITY) ACT 2015? The...
What Happens Your Family Home in Bankruptcy?
What happens to the family home in bankruptcy? This is a very emotive issue and one that we are frequently asked when dealing with bankruptcy issues. This blog looks at the issue and answers the most commonly asked questions. In Bankruptcy your Lender will invariably...
Succession Rights for Separating Couples
A quick guide to partners rights on separation and the need to review their wills.
Recent developments in Mediation
Mediation is a process whereby a neutral third party assists clients in achieving a solution to meet their needs. Many people see Court as a daunting and expensive upheaval. One of the major drawbacks to litigation is the lack of flexible and creative solutions. ...
Children, Inheritance, Property Ownership and Father’s Rights
The area of law on children is delicate and complex. The most common issues that arise with children are guardianship and custody. However, the scope of children within the law goes far beyond parental rights. One common aspect is that of entering into a contract with...
Cancer Scandal
Clear answers on the cervical cancer scandal could be delayed even further after Taoiseach Leo Varadkar admitted thousands of women potentially affected will have to individually give permission before their tests can be examined. News of the extra cases emerged as...
Seeking Shelter –Protection from Elder Abuse
Elder abuse has been in the news regularly over the last month, following the news of the treatment of a 75 year old lady who suffers from dementia. This story comes on the back of World Elder Abuse Day and is a timely reminder of the vulnerability of the elderly....
Time Limits and the Knowledge Principle
The Statute of Limitations is an integral part of every legal process. The classic example of the statute in practice arises in cases concerning adverse possession, where the person making a claim of ownership must have occupied the property in question for a period...