Legal News (Media Law)

The expectation of online anonymity has become so common in our increasingly digital society that individuals often feel immune to the legal consequences of posting harmful or offensive material.

David Phelan, Head of Commercial and Business, contributed to this piece by Lorraine Courtney for The Business Post Intellectual Property Report, 8 August 2021.

Hayes solicitors LLP has again been recognised in the latest edition of leading international legal directory The Legal 500.

A number of our solicitors and practice areas have again been recognised in the latest edition of leading international legal directory Chambers Europe.

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. 

A recent report by the European Commission has expressed concern about Ireland's defamation laws.  The comments appear in the Commission Staff Working Document relating to Ireland, as part of its 2020 Rule of Law Report.