Entries by paul

What Qualifies as a Personal Injury?

Under law, a personal injury is any injury that happens because of another party’s negligence. When this happens, the injured person or their family are entitled to make a claim for damages. What is the definition of personal injury in Ireland? Under the Civil Liability Act 1961, a personal injury is defined as: ‘any disease […]

Did you fall ill because of the Irish Water Contamination?

Have you suffered an illness as a result of the Irish Water Contamination? At least 52 people fell ill after a failure at the Creagh water treatment plant caused contaminated water to enter the public drinking supply. If you were one of those to fall ill – or your loved one was – please contact […]

Claims for Covid-19 Vaccine Injuries

Those who suffer significant injuries as a direct result of the Covid-19 vaccine could be entitled to pursue a civil claim. If this has happened to you, contact us now at Mullins & Treacy. We are client focused and results driven. Covid-19 vaccine injuries While we wholeheartedly support Covid-19 vaccinations, it has become apparent that […]

How Does Marriage and Divorce Affect a Will?

In Ireland, marriage revokes a Will unless it was made in contemplation of the union. A divorce does not automatically invalidate a Will, so your ex-spouse could still inherit a share of your estate – unless their succession rights have been renounced or waived. Does marriage invalidate a Will? When you get married, any Will […]

What it Means if Your Will is Invalid

If your Will is invalid, then your estate will either be distributed according to the terms of your previous Will. Or, you will be considered to have died intestate, meaning your assets will be distributed according to the Succession Act 1965. Why would a Will be invalid? A Will is only valid if it meets […]

Sale Agreed vs Exchange of Contracts

Sale Agreed vs Exchange of Contracts: A property ‘Sale agreed’ is when the seller accepts your offer and takes the property off the market. Exchange of contracts is when you and the seller sign the legal contract, at which point the sale becomes legally binding. What’s the difference between sale agreed and exchange of contracts? […]

Cancer Misdiagnosis Claims

Cancer Misdiagnosis Claims Cancer Misdiagnosis Claims – a cancer misdiagnosis is when medical practitioners fail to detect cancer, despite the patient either complaining of symptoms or undergoing tests. If medical practitioners failed to detect your cancer, causing you to suffer an injury, then you could have grounds for a medical negligence claim. What is a […]

Buying property in Ireland non resident

Can I Buy Property in Ireland as a Non-Resident? Yes, you can buy a property in Ireland as a non-resident. There are no restrictions on foreign nationals buying residential property or commercial property in the State. However, you will need to get a PPS number and instruct an Irish property solicitor (lawyer). If you’re a […]

5 Reasons to Instruct Our Property Solicitors Waterford

Are you struggling to choose a conveyancing solicitor in Ireland? Here are 5 Reasons to Instruct Our Property Solicitors, Waterford. We offer a comprehensive service Our property solicitors are highly experienced and deal with all aspects of both residential and commercial property law, including: Buying and selling residential property Buying and selling commercial property Buying […]