Ireland Case Commentaries

Lally v. Board of Management of Rosmini Community School: Establishing Procedural Fairness in Disciplinary Processes

Date: Oct 5, 2021

Lally v. Board of Management of Rosmini Community School: Establishing Procedural Fairness in Disciplinary Processes Introduction In the High Court of Ireland case Lally v. Board of Management of...

Dumitran v. Ireland & Anor: Balancing Costs Allocation in Constitutional Challenges

Date: Oct 5, 2021

Dumitran v. Ireland & Anor: Balancing Costs Allocation in Constitutional Challenges Introduction Dumitran v. Ireland & Anor (Approved) [2021] IEHC 623 is a pivotal case adjudicated by the High Court...

Eco Advocacy CLG v. An Bord Pleanála [2021] IEHC 610: Enhancing Compliance with EU Environmental Directives

Date: Oct 5, 2021

Eco Advocacy CLG v. An Bord Pleanála [2021] IEHC 610: Enhancing Compliance with EU Environmental Directives Introduction In the High Court of Ireland case Eco Advocacy CLG v. An Bord Pleanála ([2021]...

Establishing Mootness Through Sui Generis Events in Immigration Proceedings: Analysis of KNM Orse KM v. Minister for Justice and Equality

Date: Oct 5, 2021

Establishing Mootness Through Sui Generis Events in Immigration Proceedings: Analysis of KNM Orse KM v. Minister for Justice and Equality Introduction The case of KNM Orse KM v. Minister for Justice...

Remittal in the Context of Objective Bias and Clerical Errors: Cork Harbour v An Bord Pleanala [2021] IEHC 629

Date: Oct 2, 2021

Remittal in the Context of Objective Bias and Clerical Errors: Cork Harbour v An Bord Pleanala [2021] IEHC 629 1. Introduction The case of Cork Harbour Alliance for a Safe Environment v. An Bord...

Point Village Developments v. Dunnes Stores: Affirming Strict Contractual Interpretation and Obligation to Perform Fit-Out Works

Date: Oct 2, 2021

Point Village Developments v. Dunnes Stores: Affirming Strict Contractual Interpretation and Obligation to Perform Fit-Out Works Introduction The case of Point Village Developments Limited v. Dunnes...

Limitations on Exempted Developments: Key Insights from Fingal County Council v. Nugent [2021] IEHC 618

Date: Oct 2, 2021

Limitations on Exempted Developments: Key Insights from Fingal County Council v. Nugent [2021] IEHC 618 Introduction Fingal County Council v. Nugent is a significant High Court decision delivered by...

Gladney v. Walsh: Establishing Procedural Rigor in Bankruptcy Petitions

Date: Oct 1, 2021

Gladney v. Walsh: Establishing Procedural Rigor in Bankruptcy Petitions Introduction Gladney v. Walsh ([2021] IEHC 596) represents a pivotal High Court of Ireland decision in the realm of bankruptcy...

Setting Aside Bankruptcy Summons: Key Insights from Hynes Orse Dunphy v. Atkinson & Anor [2021] IEHC 598

Date: Oct 1, 2021

Setting Aside Bankruptcy Summons: Key Insights from Hynes Orse Dunphy v. Atkinson & Anor [2021] IEHC 598 Introduction The case of Hynes Orse Dunphy v. Atkinson & Anor ([2021] IEHC 598) revolves...

Establishing Rigorous Compliance in Bankruptcy Adjudication: Insights from Lennon v. High Court of Ireland

Date: Oct 1, 2021

Establishing Rigorous Compliance in Bankruptcy Adjudication: Insights from Lennon v. High Court of Ireland Introduction The case of Joseph Lennon v. High Court of Ireland ([2021] IEHC 594) serves as...

High Court Establishes Binding Remediation Timeline in Brownfield Restoration v. Wicklow County Council

Date: Oct 1, 2021

High Court Establishes Binding Remediation Timeline in Brownfield Restoration v. Wicklow County Council Introduction The case of Brownfield Restoration Ireland Limited v. Wicklow County Council...

Establishing the Right to Damages for Systemic Delay in Criminal Appeals under Article 38 of the Irish Constitution

Date: Oct 1, 2021

Establishing the Right to Damages for Systemic Delay in Criminal Appeals under Article 38 of the Irish Constitution Introduction O'Callaghan v. Ireland (Approved) ([2021] IESC 68) is a landmark...

Extension of Bankruptcy Terms in Bankruptcy Act 1988 v. Moore: Establishing Strict Cooperation Standards

Date: Oct 1, 2021

Extension of Bankruptcy Terms in Bankruptcy Act 1988 v. Moore: Establishing Strict Cooperation Standards Introduction The case of Bankruptcy Act 1988 v. Moore (Approved) ([2021] IEHC 592) adjudicated...

Director of Public Prosecutions v. Jafari: Supreme Court Upholds Court of Appeal's Discretion in Sentencing

Date: Oct 1, 2021

Director of Public Prosecutions v. Jafari: Supreme Court Upholds Court of Appeal's Discretion in Sentencing Introduction The case of Director of Public Prosecutions v. Akbar Jafari ([2021] IESCDET...

Huang v. Minister for Justice: Upholding Immigration Integrity Over Precarious Migrant’s Family and Economic Contributions

Date: Oct 1, 2021

Huang v. Minister for Justice: Upholding Immigration Integrity Over Precarious Migrant’s Family and Economic Contributions Introduction Huang v. Minister for Justice (Approved) ([2021] IEHC 630) is a...

Valid Appointment of Receivers and Enforcement of Charges: Insights from Foley v. Promontoria (Oyster) DAC & Anor (2021)

Date: Sep 28, 2021

Valid Appointment of Receivers and Enforcement of Charges: Insights from Foley v. Promontoria (Oyster) DAC & Anor (2021) Introduction Case: Foley v. Promontoria (Oyster) DAC & Anor (Approved) ([2021]...

Fox v. The Minister for Justice: Public Interest Exception to the Costs Follow the Event Rule

Date: Sep 28, 2021

Fox v. The Minister for Justice: Public Interest Exception to the Costs Follow the Event Rule Introduction Fox v. The Minister for Justice and Equality ([2021] IESC 67) is a landmark case adjudicated...

Business Interruption Insurance and Pandemic Closures: Comprehensive Analysis of Headfort Arms v Zurich Insurance PLC [2021] IEHC 608

Date: Sep 25, 2021

Business Interruption Insurance and Pandemic Closures: Comprehensive Analysis of Headfort Arms v Zurich Insurance PLC [2021] IEHC 608 Introduction The case of Headfort Arms LTD T/A The Headfort Arms...

Res Judicata and Professional Equality in Disciplinary Proceedings: Analysis of Van Eeden v. Medical Council of Ireland [2021] IEHC 606

Date: Sep 25, 2021

Res Judicata and Professional Equality in Disciplinary Proceedings: Analysis of Van Eeden v. Medical Council of Ireland [2021] IEHC 606 Introduction The case of Van Eeden v. Medical Council of...

High Court Establishes Clear Guidelines for Issuing Proceedings Against Liquidated Companies under Section 678 of the Companies Act 2014

Date: Sep 25, 2021

High Court Establishes Clear Guidelines for Issuing Proceedings Against Liquidated Companies under Section 678 of the Companies Act 2014 Introduction The case of Faxgore LTD (In Liquidation) v....