Terry Commercial borrowing and lending can be a trap for the unwary lender….and borrower. The issues that arise can lead to borrowers and lenders losing out on what they perceive to be a technicality. An individual borrower’s powers An individual can borrow what he pleases and the only issues surrounding this revolve around 3 questions 1. … Read more
Partnership. You start out with such good intentions. But when it goes wrong, it can be catastrophic. That’s why the need for a written partnership agreement in any partnership is crucial. Because if you do not have one, then the Partnership act 1890 will govern your relations with your partner. Partnerships are an important part … Read more
Passing off, counterfeit goods, and distributing confidential information can all cost the small business owner significant amounts of money. These are economic torts (civil wrongs). But what exactly is involved and what can be done if you are a victim? Passing off generally involves the making of a misrepresentation and the meaning or definition of … Read more
What is the tenancy registration system? It is a requirement on all landlords to register details of their tenancies within one month of their commencement on form PRTB1 available from PRTB. The information on the register will be used to provide aggregate data on the private rented sector. Personal details such as the tenant name, … Read more
Have you a civil claim against a person or business for less than €2,000? The Small Claims court procedure in Ireland is an alternative method of commencing and dealing with a civil proceeding in respect of a small claim and is provided for under the District Court (Small Claims Procedure) Rules, 1997 & 1999, which were … Read more