Marriage Breakdown – The Options.
Friday, 22 March 2019
If you are faced with marriage breakdown, and the uncertainty that comes with it, it is important for you to know your options. When we are approached by someone who is going through difficulties in their marriage the first thing we explore is the possibility of reconciliation and mediation. We can offer clients names and
- Published in Separation, Divorce & Relationship Issues
Who should you pick to carry out your wishes in your Will – Executors.
Friday, 15 March 2019
Your executor carries out (or executes) the wishes set out in your will and choosing the right person or persons is an important decision. It should be somebody you trust to do this job. Ideally, it should be a job given to two people to act as co-executors. What does an executor actually do? Their
- Published in Wills, Succession & Estates
DePuy Hips – Where are we now .
Wednesday, 13 March 2019
The first Irish DePuy hip judgment against the metal-on-metal hip manufacturer DePuy International, a subsidiary of Johnson and Johnson, was handed down in the High Court in November 2016 by Mr. Justice Kevin Cross. This was a welcome development as it is the first Irish case to run to full duration which resulted in a
- Published in Personal Injury & Litigation
Love at first sight is a Pre-Nuptial Agreement
Wednesday, 13 March 2019
A recent poll by FarmIreland.ie showed that over 70 per cent of farmers believe that prenuptial agreements should have legal standing in Ireland. Unlike the US Canada, New Zealand and Australia, Ireland currently has no legislation which expressly recognises such agreements and makes them enforceable. However, ‘prenups’ as they are often called, can still be
- Published in Separation, Divorce & Relationship Issues
Taking action in cases of medical negligence
Wednesday, 13 March 2019
Medical Negligence is a very sensitive and complex area of law. Things go wrong in hospitals and other medical environments. When they do, they affect people at a time when they are extremely vulnerable. It is often difficult for users of medical services to know if a bad outcome is or is not as a
- Published in Medical Negligence
All the time in the World – Statute of Limitations
Tuesday, 12 March 2019
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 brought. The logic is grounded on
- Published in Medical Negligence, Personal Injury & Litigation
Enduring Power of Attorney – Planning for a Future where I can no longer make decisions for myself
Tuesday, 12 March 2019
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 Assisted Decision-Making (Capacity) Act 2015 provides multiple tools for ‘future
- Published in Wills, Succession & Estates
What Happens Your Family Home in Bankruptcy?
Monday, 11 March 2019
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.
- Published in Bankruptcy & Insolvency
Succession Rights for Separating Couples
Thursday, 01 November 2018
A quick guide to partners rights on separation and the need to review their wills.
Recent developments in Mediation
Tuesday, 07 August 2018
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. These drawbacks cause a failure to meet the demands of clients
- Published in ADR, Arbitration, Dispute Resolution & Mediation
Children, Inheritance, Property Ownership and Father’s Rights
Monday, 23 July 2018
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 a child. A minor may enter into a contract
- Published in Wills, Succession & Estates
Cancer Scandal
Wednesday, 18 July 2018
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 Health Minister Simon Harris admitted the need to contact up to 3,000 women who
- Published in Medical Negligence
Time Limits and the Knowledge Principle
Tuesday, 26 June 2018
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 of 12 years. The court has taken varied approaches, at times imposing
- Published in Medical Negligence, Personal Injury & Litigation
A Question of Capacity? Assisted Decision-Making
Friday, 08 June 2018
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 capacity to voice your preferred treatment options. WHAT IS THE ASSISTED DECISION-MAKING (CAPACITY) ACT 2015? In a sense the Assisted Decision-Making (Capacity) Act 2015 provides
- Published in Wills, Succession & Estates
