Legal News (Commercial & Business)

Termination of residential tenancies is the subject of significant and current public debate, where a combination of factors has led to a scarcity of rental properties in Ireland.

Insolvency rates remained low during the COVID-19 pandemic and governmental financial aids provided during the pandemic have been phased out and/or withdrawn. However, we are beginning to see the SCARP option being explored more frequently.

The European Union (Preventive Restructuring) Regulations 2022 (the “Regulations”) were signed into law on Friday, 29 July 2022 by the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment.

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.

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.

A recent Court of  Appeal decision provides helpful recognition of the right of journalists to protect their sources.