Changes to the jurisdiction of the County Courts in Northern Ireland and the practical implications
The monetary jurisdiction of the County Courts in Northern Ireland has not been altered since 1993, however, with the enactment of the County Courts (Financial Limits)...
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WHERE HAS ALL THE MONEY GONE
“….it appears that they have created and operated a scheme of mesmeric complexity on a deliberate and premeditated basis which has cynically sought to achieve a twofol...
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Legal Advice Privilege (“LAP”) and its Application to Accountants
The topic of Legal Advice Privilege (“LAP”) and its application to accountants giving advice of a legal nature has been the subject of recent judgment in the Supreme C...
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Adjudication – A Lifeline For Contractors?
The Construction Contracts (Northern Ireland) Order 1997 (“the Order”) was introduced in Northern Ireland for construction contracts coming into effect on or after 1 J...
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Renewable Energy in Northern Ireland – Challenging Times to 2020
The Northern Ireland Government set itself a target of 12% renewable generation by 2012 which, depending upon who measures it, has more or less been reached.
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10 Differences between Employment Laws
Employment laws are complex and continually evolving, making it a challenge for employers
to keep up to date with developments, especially if they employ employees in...
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Charitable Legacies and a new Lower Rate of Inheritance Tax
The Finance Act 2012 has introduced a new lower rate of Inheritance Tax of 36% (instead of the usual 40%) where 10% or more of a person’s net estate is left to charity...
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Light relief on High Hedges
The High Hedges Act (Northern Ireland) 2011 came into effect on 31 March 2012. As from this date owners and occupiers of residential premises can, in certain circumsta...
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TIB is found liable for Breach of Duty and ordered to personally contribute to Bankruptcy estate
If a Trustee in Bankruptcy (“TIB”) breaches any fiduciary or other duty in carrying out the functions of its office, the Court may order them to compensate the bankrup...
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Dream Home Nightmare
Mr Giles McKay wanted to build a dream home for himself and his wife in London. They went into contract with Walter Lily to build it. The cost was supposed to be £5.3 ...
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