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On 6 July 2022 the Companies (Corporate Enforcement Authority) Act 2021 (“the Act”) came into effect, with the establishment of a new Corporate Enforcement Authority (CEA). This step has been noted by many as a watershed moment in confronting economic and white-collar crime in Ireland.

The High Court has delivered a recent judgment in Delaney v the Personal Injuries Assessment Board & Others which outlines the legal basis for the assessment of personal injuries by reference to the Personal Injury Guidelines rather than the Book of Quantum.

The Annual Report for 2021 of the Press Council of Ireland and Office of the Press Ombudsman has recently been released.

Hayes has a long history of recognising and rewarding our colleagues who go above and beyond in providing the best advice for our clients. Hayes is committed to retaining and appointing the brightest and the best in the legal profession.

Hayes solicitors LLP announced Kevin Harnett joining the firm as partner and head of construction. The construction and real estate sectors will continue to create opportunities while also facing further challenges in the years ahead.

Described by many as “an Act for Everyone”, the Assisted Decision-Making (Capacity) Act 2015 (the “Act”) stands to overhaul entirely the manner in which capacity is assessed and approached in this jurisdiction.