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Terry Gorry

Alternative Dispute Resolution-Mediation and Arbitration

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The methods of dispute resolution fall into two broad categories: Final determination procedures Preliminary determination procedures. Final determination procedures include Litigation Arbitration Expert determination. Preliminary determination procedures include Mediation Conciliation Mini-trial Med-arb Dispute boards. This piece will look at arbitration and mediation as alternative dispute procedures and why you might consider using them to resolve … Read more

Self Build Houses and Stage Payment Mortgages in Ireland

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Are you building your house by direct labour or having it build by a building contractor? If you are engaging the services of a building contractor you will need a building contract/agreement.   This will cost in the region of €500 plus vat but it may be the smartest investment you have ever made because … Read more

Negligence-An Essential Element of a Successful Personal Injury Claim

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If you have suffered a personal injury, the question of “negligence” is an important one. This piece will explain what negligence is. Legal actions in Ireland, such as medical negligence or personal injuries actions, are pursued on the basis of negligence which is a tort (a civil wrong). There are four elements to the tort … Read more

Damages in Civil Litigation in Ireland

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Civil litigation cases in Ireland can be finalized in a number of different ways. Remedies open to the Courts include Rescission of a contract An order for specific performance An injunction An order for rectification A declaration Damages. The most common remedy sought is damages. Damages are monetary compensation for a wrong suffered in a … Read more

Buying or Selling a House in Ireland-The Facts You Should Know About Residential Conveyancing

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Are you thinking about buying or selling a residential property? If you have ever wondered why the purchase or sale of a house in Ireland appears to take ‘so long’, this piece will set out the steps in a residential conveyance and give you a good overview for a better understanding. What is Conveyancing? Conveyancing … Read more