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
A fatal injury action is a legal action taken where a person dies as a result of the wrongful act of another. Only one action may be taken against the wrongdoer and it must be taken on behalf of all of the deceased’s dependents. Only the deceased’s personal representative is entitled to bring this action … Read more
Motor insurance in Ireland is compulsory under the Road Traffic Acts, 1933 and section 56 of the Road Traffic Act, 1961. Every motorist must be insured without limit against personal injury caused by the negligent use of a motor vehicle. The obligation to insure was extended since July, 2008 to provide cover against property damage … Read more