Obligations to Lodge Medical Reports with PIAB Applications

Lodging Medical Reports with PIAB Applications: Understanding the Obligations Navigating a personal injury claim can be overwhelming, especially when dealing with the requirements set by the Personal Injuries Assessment Board (PIAB) in Ireland. One critical obligation you must fulfil is lodging a medical report with your PIAB application. Understanding these rules is essential to ensure

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Stamp Duty on Forestry Acquisitions in Ireland

Stamp Duty and Forestry Acquisitions in Ireland Investing in forestry presents both environmental and financial rewards. However, navigating the legal landscape is crucial to ensure your investment is sound. One key aspect to consider is stamp duty on forestry acquisitions in Ireland. Let’s explore what stamp duty entails, how it affects your forestry investments, and

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Gambling Regulation Bill: What It Means for Charities in Ireland

Gambling Regulation Bill: Impact On Charities in Ireland The Gambling Regulation Bill is making waves across Ireland. For charities, this new legislation brings both challenges and opportunities. Understanding its impact is crucial to navigating the changing landscape. What is the Gambling Regulation Bill? The Gambling Regulation Bill aims to tighten control over gambling activities in

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Defamation Act 2024: Implications for Irish Individuals and Businesses

Defamation Act 2024: Impact for Irish Individuals and Businesses The Defamation Act 2024 has brought significant changes to how defamation cases are handled in Ireland. Whether you’re an individual concerned about your reputation or a business navigating public statements, understanding this new legislation is crucial. Let’s break down what the Defamation Act 2024 means for

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Court of Appeal: Reducing Awards for Multiple Injuries

Court of Appeal Ruling: Reducing Awards for Multiple Injuries The recent decision by the Court of Appeal to reduce compensation awards for multiple injuries has significant implications for personal injury claims in Ireland. This ruling aims to bring consistency and fairness to the compensation process, but it also introduces new challenges for those seeking justice

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PIAB Awards: Acceptance & Rejection Rules Explained

PIAB Awards: Acceptance & Rejection Rules Explained Navigating a personal injury claim can be daunting, especially when dealing with the Personal Injuries Assessment Board (PIAB) in Ireland. Understanding the rules governing the acceptance or rejection of PIAB awards is crucial to ensure you receive fair compensation. In this article, we’ll break down these rules and

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PFAS Exposure Among Firefighters and the Irish Legal Perspective

PFAS Exposure Among Firefighters and the Irish Legal Perspective In the line of duty, firefighters are hailed as heroes, braving flames to save lives and protect property. However, a less visible hazard lurks within their very means of combating fires—firefighting foam containing per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS).  Recent studies have highlighted a concerning link between

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Medical Negligence Resulting in Cerebral Palsy

Medical Negligence Resulting in Cerebral Palsy

Medical Negligence Resulting in Cerebral Palsy The Senior Partner, Emmet Halley, represented a 17-year-old boy with cerebral palsy who has secured a final payment of €12,500,000.00 for settlement of his High Court action over the circumstances of his birth at University Hospital Waterford (formerly Waterford Regional Hospital). This brings the total settlement to in excess

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Medical Negligence Resulting in Cerebral Palsy

New Personal Injuries Guidelines Set for Introduction on April 24 2021

In response to growing concerns about the rising costs of insurance premiums in Ireland, the government unveiled its Action Plan for Insurance Reform late last year. As part of this initiative, new Personal Injuries Guidelines came into force on April 24 2021. The Guidelines aim to reduce overall awards for claims by setting out parameters for the

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