Northern Ireland Case Commentaries

Proper Appeal Procedures under Brussels I Regulation: Insights from JK v LM [2021] NICA 41

Date: Jun 19, 2021

Proper Appeal Procedures under Brussels I Regulation: Insights from JK v LM [2021] NICA 41 Introduction JK v LM ([2021] NICA 41) is a significant case heard by the Court of Appeal in Northern Ireland...

Remedial Measures in Victimisation Claims: Insights from Peifer v. Southern Education And Library Board

Date: Jun 12, 2021

Remedial Measures in Victimisation Claims: Insights from Peifer v. Southern Education And Library Board Introduction The case of Robert James Peifer v. Southern Education And Library Board &...

Enhancing Sentencing Guidelines in Prolonged Sexual Abuse Cases: DH v The Queen [2021] NICA 36

Date: Jun 8, 2021

Enhancing Sentencing Guidelines in Prolonged Sexual Abuse Cases: DH v The Queen [2021] NICA 36 Introduction The case of DH v The Queen [2021] NICA 36 marks a significant precedent in the realm of...

Unconstitutionality of Indefinite Retention of Disruption Notices under Article 8 ECHR: Cavanagh v PSNI [2021] NICA 37

Date: Jun 8, 2021

Unconstitutionality of Indefinite Retention of Disruption Notices under Article 8 ECHR: Cavanagh v PSNI [2021] NICA 37 Introduction The case of Cavanagh v Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI)...

Deterrent Custodial Sentences for Section 20 Unlawful Wounding: Insights from R v Wilson [2021] NICA 38

Date: Jun 8, 2021

Deterrent Custodial Sentences for Section 20 Unlawful Wounding: Insights from R v Wilson [2021] NICA 38 Introduction R v Wilson [2021] NICA 38 is a pivotal judgment delivered by the Court of Appeal...

Extension of Time Limits in Employment Claims: Bryant v. Nestle UK Ltd [2021] NICA 34

Date: Jun 5, 2021

Extension of Time Limits in Employment Claims: Bryant v. Nestle UK Ltd [2021] NICA 34 Introduction The case of Grace Bryant v. Nestle UK Ltd ([2021] NICA 34) addresses critical issues surrounding the...

Holchem Laboratories Ltd v. Henry [2021] NICA 35: Reinforcing Standards for Pre-Termination Conduct and Implied Duty of Fidelity

Date: Jun 2, 2021

Holchem Laboratories Ltd v. Henry [2021] NICA 35: Reinforcing Standards for Pre-Termination Conduct and Implied Duty of Fidelity Introduction Holchem Laboratories Limited (the appellant) brought an...

Reaffirming Standards for Admitting Bad Character Evidence in Sexual Offence Cases: Commentary on IA v The Queen [2021] NICA 48

Date: May 29, 2021

Reaffirming Standards for Admitting Bad Character Evidence in Sexual Offence Cases: Commentary on IA v The Queen [2021] NICA 48 Introduction The case of IA v The Queen [2021] NICA 48 is a pivotal...

Ullah v The Queen [2021] NICA 33: Clarifying the Burden of Proof in Section 172 Variation of Confiscation Orders under POCA

Date: May 28, 2021

Ullah v The Queen [2021] NICA 33: Clarifying the Burden of Proof in Section 172 Variation of Confiscation Orders under POCA Introduction The case of Ullah, R. v The Queen [2021] NICA 33 serves as a...

Transfer of Charges Under Land Registration Act: Insights from McGee v Amber Homeloans Ltd ([2021] NICA 29)

Date: May 13, 2021

Transfer of Charges Under Land Registration Act: Insights from McGee v Amber Homeloans Ltd ([2021] NICA 29) Introduction The case of McGee v Amber Homeloans Ltd ([2021] NICA 29) revolves around the...

Reaffirmation of Standards for Suspension of Custodial Sentences and Judicial Indications in Sexual Offence Cases: Anderson v The Queen ([2021] NICA 28)

Date: May 11, 2021

Reaffirmation of Standards for Suspension of Custodial Sentences and Judicial Indications in Sexual Offence Cases: Anderson v The Queen ([2021] NICA 28) Introduction The case of Anderson v The Queen...

Locus Standi of Bankrupts in Defending Proceedings: The McAteer v Guram Case

Date: May 8, 2021

Locus Standi of Bankrupts in Defending Proceedings: The McAteer v Guram Case Introduction The case of McAteer & Anor v Guram & Anor (Rev1) ([2021] NICA 30) revolves around the legal standing, or...

Walsh v. Office of the Industrial Tribunal & Anor: Rejection of Time Extension in Unfair Dismissal Appeal

Date: Apr 30, 2021

Walsh v. Office of the Industrial Tribunal & Anor: Rejection of Time Extension in Unfair Dismissal Appeal Introduction The case Walsh v. Office of the Industrial Tribunal & Anor ([2021] NICA 26) was...

Ensuring Compliance with EU Procurement Principles: Department For Infrastructure v Northstone (NI) Ltd ([2021] NICA 23)

Date: Apr 22, 2021

Ensuring Compliance with EU Procurement Principles: Department For Infrastructure v Northstone (NI) Ltd ([2021] NICA 23) 1. Introduction The case of Department For Infrastructure v Northstone (NI)...

Limitations on Post-Conviction Disclosure: Insights from McCafferty v The Queen [2021] NICA 22

Date: Apr 17, 2021

Limitations on Post-Conviction Disclosure: Insights from McCafferty v The Queen [2021] NICA 22 Introduction The case of McCafferty v The Queen [2021] NICA 22 addresses crucial aspects of...

Rebalancing Equity: Proprietary Estoppel and Mitigating Factors in Graham v. Graham & Anor [2021] NICA 25

Date: Mar 26, 2021

Rebalancing Equity: Proprietary Estoppel and Mitigating Factors in Graham v. Graham & Anor [2021] NICA 25 Introduction Graham v. Graham & Anor ([2021] NICA 25) is a pivotal case adjudicated by the...

Limits on Abuse of Process Claims in Criminal Appeals: Insights from Workman v The Queen [2021] NICA 20

Date: Mar 20, 2021

Limits on Abuse of Process Claims in Criminal Appeals: Insights from Workman v The Queen [2021] NICA 20 Introduction Workman v The Queen [2021] NICA 20 is a pivotal case adjudicated by the Court of...

Grace v The Queen [2021] NICA 21: Upholding Firearms Conviction and Clarifying Entrapment Standards

Date: Mar 20, 2021

Grace v The Queen [2021] NICA 21: Upholding Firearms Conviction and Clarifying Entrapment Standards Introduction In the case of Grace v The Queen [2021] NICA 21, the Court of Appeal in Northern...

Establishing Enhanced Sentencing Guidelines for Aggravated Burglary: Insights from Regina v Walls [2021] NICA 19

Date: Mar 13, 2021

Establishing Enhanced Sentencing Guidelines for Aggravated Burglary: Insights from Regina v Walls [2021] NICA 19 Introduction Regina v Luke Walls [2021] NICA 19 is a pivotal judgment delivered by the...

High Culpability and Sentencing Standards in Sexual Abuse Cases: R v Bell [2021] NICA 5

Date: Mar 1, 2021

High Culpability and Sentencing Standards in Sexual Abuse Cases: R v Bell [2021] NICA 5 Introduction The case of R. v Bell [2021] NICA 5 represents a significant moment in the judicial handling of...