by Denis Finnegan | Aug 28, 2018 | News & Publications
While the majority of fatal farm accidents in the last number of years were caused by machinery, deaths caused by animals also feature. This is a reminder to farmers not only of the dangers but also the liabilities that are associated with stock. The legal rules which... by Denis Finnegan | Aug 28, 2018 | Conveyancing, News & Publications
A case on succession, Judge Paul Gilligan ruled that the homemade will of poet John O’Donohue was void due to uncertainty of its terms and meaning. The resulting decision meant that the entire €2 million estate left by the poet passed to his mother Josie. The Judge... by Denis Finnegan | Aug 28, 2018 | News & Publications
Legislation to reduce the bankruptcy term from three years to one year will be in place by the end of the year, Taoiseach Enda Kenny has said. Mr Kenny has told the Dáil that the Government has accepted the need to reduce the term from the recently introduced three... by Denis Finnegan | Aug 28, 2018 | Conveyancing, News & Publications
We have a number of clients who have purchased homes and investment properties at auction recently. It can be a way to purchase a bargain but there are risks involved. We hope the following guidelines will assist potential purchasers: Get a solicitor to review the... by Denis Finnegan | Aug 28, 2018 | Medical Negligence, News & Publications
A lack of midwives and obstetricians has been highlighted as one of the reasons why there has been a reported increase in medical negligence claims against maternity units throughout the country. Leo Varadkar, The Minister for Health told the Dail that 117 claims in... by Denis Finnegan | Aug 28, 2018 | News & Publications
Struggling homeowners will soon be able take advantage of one of the 27 special Money Advice and Budgeting Service (MABS) outlets nationwide and will also be able to consult with court “mentors” during hearings. The Department of Social Protection is increasing the...
