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diminution in value in car accident claims
July 9, 2025

Diminution in Value in Car Accident Claims. Lessons from McCausland v Tesco [2025]

McCausland Holdings Ltd v Tesco Underwriting Ltd [2025] NICty 4, is a Belfast County Court judgment that addressed diminution in value in car accident claims.  Lacey Solicitors addressed diminution in our previous article last month and comon issues for insurers dealing with these types of claims. This new judgment however also addresses whether both the […]

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July 7, 2025

Tips for Proving Negligence in Personal Injury Cases

Negligence can cause accidents. When you become injured because the correct safety procedures were not in place, you may bring a claim for compensation against the guilty party. To do this, you will need to prove the other party was negligent towards you. Personal injury cases depend on your ability to prove that someone else’s […]

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July 7, 2025

Dispelling Myths Around Whiplash Injury Claims in NI

Car accidents are a daily occurrence across Northern Ireland and the UK. Whiplash is a common side effect of those car accidents, leading to high volumes of personal injury claims involving whiplash every year. Have you become injured in a car crash? Have you endured the pain, discomfort, and distress whiplash injuries can cause? Turn […]

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July 7, 2025

Your Guide to Reducing Slips, Trips and Falls

Slips, trips and falls are responsible for a large portion of personal injuries both in public places and in the workplace – accounting for over 30% of all reported workplace injuries according to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).  These accidents can result in serious physical harm, trauma and financial loss. At Lacey Solicitors, we […]

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credit hire claims after car accidents belfast
July 4, 2025

Trends in Motor Claims in Ireland 2024/2025: What the Latest NCID Data Means for Insurers.

The Central Bank of Ireland’s National Claims Information Database (NCID) mid-year 2024 report provides a comprehensive overview of trends in motor insurance claims across Ireland. For insurers and legal professionals, particularly those involved in insurance defence litigation, the findings offer timely insights into emerging risks, cost drivers, and the ever trending impact of the Personal Injuries Guidelines. At Lacey Solicitors, with […]

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data breach claims in Ireland
July 2, 2025

How Irish Courts Are Handling Data Breach and GDPR Claims

Lacey Solicitors, are known and respected as Insurance Defence litigators and represent a number of insurers across the entire island of Ireland.  Our office is at front of one of the fastest-growing areas of litigation namely Data Breach Claims in Ireland.  Particularly, those involving non-material damages—claims for emotional harm like distress or anxiety, rather than […]

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MOT
July 2, 2025

Lloyd v RSA [2015]: Roadworthiness and the Reasonableness of Hire Duration

In this recent decision of the High Court in Northern Ireland, Lloyd v RSA Insurance, McLaughlin J considered a claim arising from a damage-only road traffic collision.  His commentary provides sound guidance on issues such as vehicle roadworthiness, mitigation of loss, and reasonableness. Whilst liability for the collision was not in dispute, the judgment is […]

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bolam test
June 30, 2025

The Bolam Test Revisited: The Legal Standard for Medical Negligence Claims

When it comes to medical negligence claims, one of the most important legal principles is the Bolam test. This test determines whether a healthcare professional has breached their duty of care by failing to meet the standard expected of a competent practitioner. What Is the Bolam Test? The Bolam test originates from the landmark case […]

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automatism and personal injury claims
June 30, 2025

Automatism in Motor Claims: Navigating the Defence in Northern Ireland & the Republic of Ireland

When a driver suddenly loses control behind the wheel—spasms take over, reflexes override intention, or full unconsciousness sets in—courts may entertain the rare defence of “automatism.” At Lacey Solicitors, acting for motor insurers across both Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland, we advise on the merits of the Defence of Automatism in Motor Claims time […]

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whiplash claim in Northern Ireland
June 29, 2025

Do I Need to Go to Hospital to Make a Whiplash Claim in Northern Ireland?

If you’ve suffered whiplash in a road traffic accident, one of the first questions you might have is: “Do I need to go to hospital to make a whiplash claim in Northern Ireland?” The short answer is no – attending hospital is not a legal requirement to bring a personal injury claim. Indeed, it is […]

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