Ireland Case Commentaries

Establishing Precedent for Enhanced Compensation in Psychiatric Injury Claims: Commentary on J.C v. The Minister for Health [2021] IEHC 129

Date: Feb 27, 2021

Establishing Precedent for Enhanced Compensation in Psychiatric Injury Claims: Commentary on J.C v. The Minister for Health [2021] IEHC 129 Introduction The case of J.C v. The Minister for Health...

Judicial Endorsement of Five-Year Bankruptcy Extension for Non-Cooperation: Ryan v. Grimes [2021] IEHC 77

Date: Feb 26, 2021

Judicial Endorsement of Five-Year Bankruptcy Extension for Non-Cooperation: Ryan v. Grimes [2021] IEHC 77 Introduction The case of Ryan v. Grimes (A Bankrupt) (Approved) ([2021] IEHC 77) was...

Security for Costs: Balancing Access to Justice and Defendants' Rights in Tom McEvaddy Property Ltd v. NAMA

Date: Feb 26, 2021

Security for Costs: Balancing Access to Justice and Defendants' Rights in Tom McEvaddy Property Ltd v. NAMA Introduction The case of Tom McEvaddy Property Ltd Trading As Nexus Homes (In Liquidation)...

Extension of Time to Appeal in Mortgage Possession Proceedings: Bank of Ireland Mortgage Bank v. Keating & Anor

Date: Feb 26, 2021

Extension of Time to Appeal in Mortgage Possession Proceedings: Bank of Ireland Mortgage Bank v. Keating & Anor (Approved) [2021] IEHC 132 Introduction The case of Bank of Ireland Mortgage Bank v....

Ensuring Transparency and Fairness in Examinership: Cara Pharmacy UnLtd Co v. Companies Act 2014

Date: Feb 26, 2021

Ensuring Transparency and Fairness in Examinership: Cara Pharmacy UnLtd Co v. Companies Act 2014 Introduction The case of Cara Pharmacy UnLtd Company v. Companies Act 2014 (Approved) ([2021] IEHC...

Credibility Assessments in Asylum Claims: Insights from FL v. IPAT [2021] IEHC 126

Date: Feb 26, 2021

Credibility Assessments in Asylum Claims: Insights from FL v. IPAT [2021] IEHC 126 Introduction The case of FL v. The International Protection Appeals Tribunal & Ors [2021] IEHC 126 deliberated on...

Presumption for Official Assignee in Bankruptcy Property Sales: Lehane v. Clohessy & Anor [2021] IEHC 91

Date: Feb 26, 2021

Presumption for Official Assignee in Bankruptcy Property Sales: Lehane v. Clohessy & Anor [2021] IEHC 91 Introduction The case of Lehane v. Clohessy & Anor ([2021] IEHC 91) adjudicated by the High...

Strict Enforcement of Bankruptcy Procedures: Insights from Grimes v. Danske Bank [2021] IEHC 92

Date: Feb 26, 2021

Strict Enforcement of Bankruptcy Procedures: Insights from Grimes v. Danske Bank [2021] IEHC 92 Introduction The case of Grimes v. Danske Bank A/S Trading as Danske Bank (Approved) ([2021] IEHC 92)...

High Court Certifies Critical Questions on 'Other Uses' in Strategic Housing Developments and Application of X.J.S. Principles [2021] IEHC 146

Date: Feb 26, 2021

High Court Certifies Critical Questions on 'Other Uses' in Strategic Housing Developments and Application of X.J.S. Principles [2021] IEHC 146 Introduction The case of Dublin Cycling Campaign CLG v....

Prioritizing Child Welfare Over Investigative Privilege in Discovery: Insights from A v. B ([2021] IEHC 119)

Date: Feb 24, 2021

Prioritizing Child Welfare Over Investigative Privilege in Discovery: Insights from A v. B ([2021] IEHC 119) Introduction The case A v. B (Approved) ([2021] IEHC 119) was adjudicated by the High...

Striking Out Appeals for Inordinate Delay: Insights from B v. A [2021] IEHC 120

Date: Feb 24, 2021

Striking Out Appeals for Inordinate Delay: Insights from B v. A [2021] IEHC 120 Introduction B v. A (Approved) [2021] IEHC 120 is a significant judgment delivered by Mr. Justice Max Barrett of the...

High Court Upholds Mediated Settlement Framework in Blackwell v. Minister for Health and Children

Date: Feb 24, 2021

High Court Upholds Mediated Settlement Framework in Blackwell v. Minister for Health and Children Introduction The case of Blackwell (a minor) v. The Minister for Health and Children & Ors ([2021]...

Restricting Loss of Consortium Claims for Uninfected Partners under the Hepatitis C Compensation Tribunal Act: Analysis of A.D.L.R v. Minister for Health

Date: Feb 24, 2021

Restricting Loss of Consortium Claims for Uninfected Partners under the Hepatitis C Compensation Tribunal Act: Analysis of A.D.L.R v. Minister for Health Introduction The case of A.D.L.R v. The...

Dependent Relative Revocation Affirmed: Insights from Mannion v. Guadiano [2021] IEHC 117

Date: Feb 23, 2021

Dependent Relative Revocation Affirmed: Insights from Mannion v. Guadiano [2021] IEHC 117 Introduction The case of The Estate of Patrick John Mannion v. Guadiano ([2021] IEHC 117) before the High...

State Liability and the Non-Justiciability of Framework Decisions: A Comprehensive Analysis of Campbell v. Ireland

Date: Feb 23, 2021

State Liability and the Non-Justiciability of Framework Decisions: A Comprehensive Analysis of Campbell v. Ireland [2021] IEHC 162 Introduction Campbell v. Ireland and Anor (Approved) ([2021] IEHC...

Balancing Justice and Prejudice in Discharging Appearances: Analysis of The Governor And Company Of The Bank Of Ireland v. Sugrue & Anor (2021) IEHC 121

Date: Feb 23, 2021

Balancing Justice and Prejudice in Discharging Appearances: Analysis of The Governor And Company Of The Bank Of Ireland v. Sugrue & Anor ([2021] IEHC 121) Introduction The Governor And Company Of The...

Burden of Proof and Admissibility of Evidence in Tax Appeals: An Analysis of O'Sullivan v. Revenue Commissioners [2021] IEHC 118

Date: Feb 23, 2021

Burden of Proof and Admissibility of Evidence in Tax Appeals: An Analysis of O'Sullivan v. Revenue Commissioners [2021] IEHC 118 Introduction The case of O'Sullivan v. Revenue Commissioners ([2021]...

McHugh v. Laois County Council [2021] IEHC 131: Clarification on Leave to Appeal and Cost Allocation in Judicial Review Proceedings

Date: Feb 23, 2021

McHugh v. Laois County Council [2021] IEHC 131: Clarification on Leave to Appeal and Cost Allocation in Judicial Review Proceedings Introduction The case of McHugh v. Laois County Council ([2021]...

Remittal of Proceedings Under Section 74: Insights from Everyday Finance DAC v. Burns & Anor [2021] IEHC 105

Date: Feb 23, 2021

Remittal of Proceedings Under Section 74: Insights from Everyday Finance DAC v. Burns & Anor [2021] IEHC 105 Introduction Everyday Finance DAC v. Burns & Anor (Approved) [2021] IEHC 105 is a...

Determining Costs in Interlocutory Injunctions: Insights from The Alfred Beit Foundation v. Egar [2021] IEHC 111

Date: Feb 20, 2021

Determining Costs in Interlocutory Injunctions: Insights from The Alfred Beit Foundation v. Egar [2021] IEHC 111 Introduction The Alfred Beit Foundation v. Egar ([2021] IEHC 111) is a pivotal case...