Covid-19 & Work – What Are Your Rights?

As we navigate our way through unchartered territory amidst the Covid-19 global pandemic, the basics of how we live and work every day have been thrown into uncertainty. As hundreds have already lost their jobs, the future of thousands more remains unclear. As an employee, what are your rights if you are put on temporary
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Surrogacy in Ireland What You Need To Know

Surrogacy – What Is The Law In Ireland?

Gillian O’Mahony looks at the issue of surrogacy in Ireland and looks at the issues that you need to know in this blog and accompanying podcast. What is surrogacy? Surrogacy is where a woman becomes pregnant with the intention of handing over the child to someone else after giving birth. Surrogacy is a way for
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Are Irish Children Affected by Magec System Model X rod recall? Lynch Solicitors

Are Irish Children Affected By Scoliosis Spinal Rod Recall?

On the 13th of February last, US manufacturer NuVasive issued a Product Recall of  the Magec System Model X rod and as a result, an audit is underway to identify Irish children with severe scoliosis who were fitted with a particular type of titanium spinal support rod, which may now need to be removed.
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Just Passing Through! – Rights Of Way Explained

Issues relating to rights of way are contentious and can cause difficulties for both land owners and those seeking to pass over a piece of land. John Lynch looks at the issue in this blog and podcast. What does the term “Right of Way” mean? A right of way arises if you own a piece
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Defamation Online – Be Careful What You Say!

In the midst of this Election campaign, we have already seen how tempers can easily get frayed and while the advent of social media has made it easier for people to express their views, engage in debate and voice their opinions, with that freedom comes an even greater responsibility with how we use it.  
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Vaginal mesh controversy – What to do if you’ve been affected

What is a vaginal mesh implant? Meshes are used to treat stress incontinence, a condition that can lead to women leaking from their bladder when doing impact activities such as running and jumping, or when sneezing or coughing. The condition is very common in women after childbirth and at the menopause. The meshes are also
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Medical Negligence Highlights

 It’s  worthwhile looking back at some of the legal develpments during the first 20 years of the 21st Century. Some of these  may have a long lasting and profound impact on Irish legal landscape   Cervical Check While this was a story initially broke in 2018, it continued in to 2019. There was fresh outrage
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Vaginal Mesh – The new Cervical Check Scandal!

Thousands of Australian families coming to terms with Vaginal Mesh scandal   It is now emerging that thousands of women in Ireland and worldwide have suffered traumatic complications as a result of vaginal mesh surgery.   A number of women recently won their class-action lawsuit in Australia against Ethicon, a subsidiary of Johnson & Johnson.
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medical negligence case blog from Lynch Solicitors

Medical Negligence – What Makes a Case?

This blog from Lynch Solicitors looks at what constitutes a medical negligence case, breach of duty, and the steps that might be taken.
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Family Law Court Reform – What Changes Can We Expect?

    Changes in Divorce – New Legislation The Family Law Bill 2019 has now passed all stages in the Oireachtas. The legislation follows the passing of the divorce referendum on May 24 to amend the Constitution. The referendum was carried by 82% of those who voted The Family Law Bill 2019 amends the Family
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Taking a Personal Injury Case – Stumbling Blocks

The scope for taking a Personal Injury case can be quite wide when you consider that it can include an accident at work, an accident in a public place or a road traffic accident. As well as that, the injuries can vary from a sprained ankle to serious head injuries and even can be fatal.
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Relationship Breakdown

When Love Breaks Down – Relationship Breakdown & Family Law

A relationship breakdown can often be a very traumatic and upsetting time for all involved. Whether it is a couple living together, parents of children, or a married couple, every relationship break up brings its own unique challenges and hurdles.
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Enduring Power of Attorney – Thinking Ahead

  We have often spoken about wills and their importance to lay out your wishes. An Enduring Power of Attorney  (called EPA) is a complement to any Will. An EPA will outline what happens should you become incapacitated and are no longer able to voice your wishes.   What is an Enduring Power of Attorney?
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When is it too late to take a case?

  The Statute of Limitations is an integral part of every legal process. It is important to bear in mind in any case, where an issue may come before a court, time is of the essence. Does the statute favour the defendant? It is commonly commented on, that in cases where a person has wrongfully
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How To Deal With Noisy Neighbours

Gillian O’Mahony from Lynch Solicitors spoke on Newstalk Breakfast in recent days to discuss your legal position when dealing with noisy neighbours. Click on the link below to listen: https://www.newstalk.com/…/highlights…/deal-noisy-neighbours
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