A defamation case involving a graduate of Maynooth University and the Luas service is an instructive one to take a look at when it comes to considering defamation law in Ireland. The background to the case involved Mr Diop, a “coloured gentleman” according to the High Court, boarding the Luas transport service with a valid … Read more
Everyone is entitled to their good name and reputation. Our constitution, Bunreacht na hEireann, recognises this in article 40.3.2. And our statute books recognises this right, too. For defamation is now a statutory tort-that is a civil wrong. It is defined in section 6, Defamation Act, 2009 as 2) The tort of defamation consists of … Read more
An affidavit of verification is required in the High Court to verify assertions or facts alleged in personal injury actions and defamation proceedings. It is to verify a pleading or replies to a request for further information and is required pursuant to section 14 of the Civil Liability and Courts Act, 2004 in personal injury … Read more
In 2010 Donal Kinsella, a businessman, was awarded €10 m in the High Court in a defamation action against his employer. Kenmare Resources. We all have a constitutional right to our good name, and protection against defamatory statements being published about us. The principal piece of legislation in Ireland dealing with defamation is the Defamation … Read more
The time limits within which you can bring a civil action in Ireland are set out in the Statute of Limitations, 1957, as amended by the Statute of Limitations (Amendment) Acts, 1991 and 2000. However, other limitation periods are set out in the Civil Liability Act, 1961, the Liability for Defective Products Act 1991 and … Read more