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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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Assessing Uplift for Multiple Injuries under the Personal Injuries Guidelines
September 21, 2025

Assessing Compensation Uplifts for Multiple Injuries Under the Personal Injuries Guidelines

The assessment of general damages in personal injury claims is often complex, particularly when a Claimant sustains multiple injuries. The introduction of the Personal Injuries Guidelines (PIGs) in 2021 replaced the Book of Quantum and provided a standard reference for awards in Ireland.  Challenges remain however in ensuring that compensation is fair, proportionate, and reflective […]

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An accident and emergency room is filled with busy doctors.
September 19, 2025

The Shocking Truth About Pedestrian Accidents in Northern Irish Roads

Road traffic accidents happen every day across Northern Ireland, but pedestrians are often the most vulnerable victims. Unlike drivers or passengers, pedestrians lack the protection of a vehicle, leaving them at high risk of serious injuries such as fractures, back injuries, spinal cord damage, or even brain injuries. At Lacey Solicitors, leading car crash lawyers […]

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pedestrian accident claims Northern Ireland
September 18, 2025

Case Study: Lacey Solicitors Secure £100,000.00 in Gary’s Successful Pedestrian Accident Claim

Gary was struck by a vehicle while crossing a street in Omagh. The impact caused him to fall and lose consciousness for approximately 10–15 minutes. Emergency services transported him to South West Acute Hospital, where he received urgent medical care. Liabilty was denied by the insurance company who argued that Gary was entirely responsible for […]

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supermarket trip and fall Northern Ireland
September 18, 2025

Case Study: Successful Tesco Accident Claim – Supermarket Trip and Fall in Belfast

Client: Tradesman Settlement: £5600.00 Location: Belfast, Northern Ireland Case Type: Supermarket Trip and Fall Overview: Tesco Accident and Personal Injury Claim in Belfast   In January, a tradesman visited Tesco in Belfast shortly after opening hours. While shopping, he tripped over boxes left on the supermarket floor during shelf-stocking. The boxes had not been cleared […]

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