Legal News (Litigation & Dispute Resolution)

In a recent consideration of the decision of the High Court in Re New Look Retailers (Ireland) Ltd, we raised the question as to whether that decision had introduced a new requirement, in petitions to appoint an examiner, to demonstrate to the Court’s satisfaction that the appointment is necessary.

A number of our partners have again been recognised in the latest edition of leading international legal directory Chambers and Partners.

The Commercial Court has delivered its judgment in four test cases taken by publicans against FBD Insurance plc.

As 2020 draws to a close, I would like to thank you on behalf of all at Hayes solicitors for your continued support throughout the year. 

Civil proceedings are often determined by the Judge’s view of the expert evidence put before the Court.

Following a recent judgment of the Court of Appeal emphasising the need for regard to the Book of Quantum in assessing personal injuries awards, the Court of Appeal has once more reduced the sum of damages awarded to a plaintiff on a similar basis.