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How Does Mediation Work?

Mediation is when a divorcing or separating couple meet with a specially trained mediator to discuss the division of assets and child care arrangements. It is a confidential and constructive method of dispute resolution, providing a safe environment…
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Personal Injury Claims Involving Children

Children are entitled to be compensated for their injuries, if they are involved in an accident through no fault of their own. However, the process differs slightly because children cannot bring legal action on their own. Compensation for injured…
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What Does Buyer Beware Mean?

Buyer beware is a legal principle that applies when purchasing the property. It means that the buyer – and not the seller – is responsible for uncovering any defects in the property. Caveat emptor In Ireland, property is bought on the…
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Covid-19: The Perfect Time to Buy a Property?

Like other sectors, the property market all but came to a standstill when the nation went into lockdown in March. But with restrictions easing and Ireland returning to a ‘new normal’, the business of buying and selling houses is back up…
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Surge in Divorce Cases Following Covid-19 Lockdown

There has been a surge in divorce cases during the Covid-19 pandemic, with many relationships struggling to survive the enforced confinement of lockdown. Increase in divorce cases As the Covid-19 pandemic took hold across the globe, psychologists…
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Hidden Assets in Divorce

When you divorce, you must both provide full and frank disclosure of your financial situation. If it is later discovered that one person failed to disclose certain assets, the courts can amend the financial settlement to reflect the true position…
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What is the Executor’s Year?

As an Executor, you have one year to distribute the assets in the deceased’s estate. This is known as the ‘Executor’s Year’ and it starts from the date of death. Reasonable timeframe for estate administration When someone dies, their…
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Will I Lose My Job If I Sue My Employer?

You cannot be fired for making a work accident claim against your employer. If you are, you could have grounds for an unfair dismissal claim. Workplace accident claims – common concerns If you are injured at work and your employer is found…
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The Difference Between Joint Tenants and Tenants in Common

If you buy a property with someone else, you need to decide whether you want to buy as joint tenants or as tenants in common. There are key differences between the two, particularly when it comes to the matter of survivorship. Joint tenants If…

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