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March 30, 2025

New E-Scooter and E-Bike Regulations in Ireland: Safety, Rules, and Legal Updates for 2025

On 10th March 2025, The Irish Times reported on an incident where a jogger suffered a broken leg after an alleged collision with an e-bike on the footpath. This raises significant concerns for users of e-bikes and e-scooters in Ireland, particularly regarding liability under civil and criminal law. A key issue is whether the e-bike […]

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Lodgments
March 21, 2025

Lodgments don’t work in Northern Ireland and are ineffective. A tale of misuse and misunderstanding.

‘We’ve been advised by our panel of lawyers repeatedly that lodgments don’t work and are ineffective.’  That was reported to us by a leading UK insurer during a recent meeting where our office was providing a presentation and update on litigation in NI. It cannot be further from the truth. Understanding the intricacies of legal […]

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March 20, 2025

Psychological Injuries and Compensation claims in Northern Ireland

  If you’ve been injured in a road traffic accident, workplace incident, or due to someone else’s negligence, such as in a clinical negligence case, you may suffer from both physical and psychological harm. In these situations, you can claim separate compensation for each injury type. Psychological injuries, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, […]

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March 20, 2025

Asbestosis, Lung Disease, and Industrial Disease Claims in Northern Ireland

Asbestos rocks are a group of fibrous minerals that were commonly used in construction materials until as recently as 1999 in Northern Ireland. Although the use of asbestos has since been banned, the harm it caused remains for some individuals.   What Does Asbestos Do to the Body?   Asbestos minerals are a group of […]

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motorcycle accident claims
March 18, 2025

Case Study: Successful Motorcycle Accident Claim – Ian’s £275,000 Settlement

Client: Ian M.Settlement: £275,000Location: Ballymena, Northern IrelandCase Type: Road Traffic Accident Personal Injury Claim Overview: Ian’s Motorcycle Accident and Personal Injury Claim Ian, a dedicated tyre fitter from Ballymena, was involved in a serious motorcycle accident that left him with severe injuries. While overtaking stationary vehicles on a busy Belfast road, one of the vehicles […]

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March 17, 2025

An update on Pre-Litigation and Litigation Issues in for Injury and Insurance Law Firms in Ireland

For insurance defence law firms in Ireland, understanding the intricacies of pre-litigation issues, the litigation process, and the potential for appeals in personal injury  claims is vital. This blog explores essential topics such as PIAB authorisation, statute of limitations, interrogatories, and nervous shock claims. We’ll break down these issues and offer insights on how they […]

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tinnitus, hearing loss compensation
March 13, 2025

Tinnitus Claim Compensation Belfast: Expert Legal Help from Lacey Solicitors

If you’ve developed tinnitus following a car accident, you may be entitled to claim compensation and make a tinnitus claim. Lacey Solicitors in Belfast previously wrote about Noise Induced Hearing Loss and Tinnitus injuries.  Lacey Solicitors in Belfast are experience hearing loss solicitors specialising in tinnitus claims.   At Lacey Solicitors, we understand the challenges that […]

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personal injury claims, psychiatric injury
March 11, 2025

Finegan v. McDonald [2025] and Conflicting Expert Evidence in Personal Injury Claims in NI

The recent case of David Finegan v. Margaret McDonald [2025] NIKB 14 highlights a key challenge in personal injury claims: the difficulty of navigating conflicting expert evidence, especially when it concerns multiple heads of claim, such as psychological injuries (including Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, or PTSD) and financial loss. The outcome of this case offers valuable […]

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MOT
March 11, 2025

MOT Test Exemptions and Credit Hire Claims in Northern Ireland: An Update

Understanding MOT Test Delays, Exemptions, and Their Impact on Credit Hire Claims in Northern Ireland MOT test delays in Northern Ireland have presented significant challenges for motorists, particularly when it comes to credit hire claims. Factors such as issues with vehicle lifts, the COVID-19 pandemic, and increased demand for MOT tests have meant that many […]

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Social Media
March 10, 2025

How Social Media Evidence Impacts Personal Injury Cases in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland

  Social media has become an integral part of modern life, with platforms such as Facebook and Instagram now used by around 70% of the population. This widespread usage carries significant implications for personal injury cases in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland, where social media evidence is increasingly utilised in legal proceedings.   […]

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