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Bretha Crólige sick-maintenance law
September 30, 2025

When Early Irish Law Outpaces Us: Binchy, Bretha Crólige and the Curious Case of Sick-Maintenance

Introduction   As an insurance lawyer, my working day revolves around damages: how much, to whom, and for what. We argue over loss of earnings, cost of care, special damages, general damages. We measure, calculate, dispute, and settle. It is an elaborate system – but, at its core, still about money as compensation. Law and […]

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A red truck driving down a road
September 29, 2025

The Risks of Heavy Goods Vehicle, Truck, and Lorry Accidents on Roads in County Antrim

Road Traffic Accidents involving HGVs like trucks, lorries, and other long vehicles, come with a separate set of risks. Personal injuries suffered as a result of lorry accidents are likely to be severe. Heavy Goods Vehicles are loaded with extra weight, meaning any lesser vehicle involved in the collision runs the risk of complete destruction. […]

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cost of buying your first home in Belfast
September 27, 2025

From Surveys to Solicitor Fees: First-Time Buyer Costs in Belfast

Buying your first home is one of the biggest milestones in life – but it’s also one of the biggest financial commitments. At Lacey Solicitors Belfast, our head of property William Wilson guides first-time buyers through the legal process of property purchase and helps understand the costs involved. If you’re wondering “how much does it […]

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Hearing loss claims
September 25, 2025

Northern Ireland Court Awards Compensation for Noise-Induced Hearing Loss – 2025 Case Explained

In May 2025, the County Court in Northern Ireland awarded compensation to a former worker who developed noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) after years of exposure to excessive workplace noise. The case of McDaid v Spanboard Products Limited [2025] NICty 3 is a significant reminder that employees may still be able to claim compensation for hearing […]

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Consent in medical negligence
September 25, 2025

Consent in Medical Negligence in Northern Ireland. Lacey Solicitors Belfast Summarise the Key Case Law.

  Consent is a central issue in medical negligence law. Patients are entitled to make informed decisions about medical treatment, and doctors have a legal duty to disclose risks and alternatives that are material to the patient’s decision. Failure to obtain proper consent may constitute negligence, even if the procedure itself is performed competently. This […]

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Car written off compensation Northern Ireland
September 25, 2025

Car Written Off After an Accident: What To Do Next and Why You Need a Road Traffic Accident Solicitor

If you have been involved in an accident and your car has been written off, it means that an assessor, having assessed the damage, decided that it would be uneconomical to repair the vehicle either because the cost of repairs is more than the value, or because the cost of repairs is coming too close […]

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Law Degree Apprenticeship Northern Ireland
September 23, 2025

One Year In at Lacey Solicitors: Reflections from Amie our Law Degree Apprentice

Amie, our Law Degree Apprentice has celebrated her ‘1 year work anniversary’ with us at Lacey Solicitors. We asked Amie to give us some insight into the first year of her legal career, and what makes her pathway unique. What is a Law Degree Apprenticeship in Northern Ireland?   An LLB Degree Apprenticeship is a […]

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Tinnitus Claims Solicitors NI
September 23, 2025

Case Study – £35,000 Settlement for Belfast Passenger in Tinnitus and Hearing Loss Claim from Lacey Solicitors

Client: Jack P. Settlement: £35,000.00 Location: Belfast, NI Case Type: Personal Injury – Road Traffic Accident Jack’s Car Accident and Tinnitus Claim as a Passenger   Jack instructed Lacey Solicitors following his involvement in a non-fault road traffic collision. Jack was a passenger in a car when the driver of the car he was in […]

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personal injury limitation periods Ireland
September 22, 2025

Limitation Periods in Personal Injury Actions in Ireland

Introduction to Limitation Periods in Ireland   Limitation periods are a critical aspect of personal injury litigation in Ireland, directly impacting the rights of claimants and the exposure of defendants and insurers. The statutory framework is primarily governed by the Statute of Limitations Act 1957 (as amended) and the Civil Liability and Courts Act 2004, […]

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contributory negligence insurance defence Ireland
September 22, 2025

Contributory Negligence in Ireland: How It Affects Personal Injury Claims

Contributory negligence is a fundamental principle in Irish tort law.  Those at the coal face of insurance defence litigation in Ireland will know that it is frequently relied upon in defending personal injury claims. Contributory negligence is alleged when a claimant is believed to have contributed to their own injury or loss by acting negligently. […]

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