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New Developments In Norwich Pharmacal Jurisdiction
The Irish High Court has expanded the scope of Norwich Pharmacal Orders beyond traditional litigation contexts, ruling that RTÉ must disclose unedited undercover footage from nursing homes to support a regulatory investigation. This landmark decision addresses critical questions about when courts can compel third parties to provide information, the boundaries of journalistic material disclosure, and how privacy rights balance against urgent public interest in regulatory enforcement.
Ireland Litigation
WF
William Fry
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Public Procurement Update: Failure To Offer An Undertaking For Damages A Factor In Lifting Automatic Suspension
The Irish High Court has signalled that incumbent tenderers who benefit financially from automatic contract suspensions may face scrutiny if they refuse to offer undertakings covering losses to winning bidders. In a €51.2 million parking enforcement framework case, the Court lifted the suspension after the losing incumbent declined to compensate the successful tenderer for costs of securing a time-sensitive resource underpinning its bid.
Ireland Litigation
AC
Arthur Cox
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New High Court Practice Direction On The Responsible Use Of GenAI In Court Documents
The High Court has issued a new Practice Direction governing the use of generative AI in litigation, establishing mandatory disclosure requirements for affidavits, witness statements and expert reports. Legal practitioners must now ensure all AI-generated content is verified, accurate and compliant with professional obligations, with significant sanctions for non-compliance including costs orders and potential referral to regulatory authorities.
Ireland Litigation
AC
Arthur Cox
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Libel & Defamation

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The SLAPP Bill 2026 – New Procedural Safeguards For Defendants
Ireland's new Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation Bill 2026 introduces comprehensive protections against abusive litigation designed to silence journalists, activists, and citizens exercising their right to public participation. The legislation empowers courts to swiftly dismiss meritless claims, impose costs and damages on plaintiffs, and provides mechanisms to address cross-border SLAPP proceedings.
Ireland Litigation
M
Matheson
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Arbitration & Dispute Resolution

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Cross-border Litigation – Recent Irish Court Guidance On Jurisdictional Rules
Recent Irish court decisions clarify complex jurisdictional rules for serving proceedings on co-defendants across multiple jurisdictions, addressing when leave is required for EU versus non-EU defendants and establishing when courts should exercise discretion to assume jurisdiction. These rulings resolve widespread misconceptions about service requirements and provide critical guidance on the "anchor defendant" gateway and forum conveniens considerations in cross-border litigation.
Ireland Litigation
M
Matheson
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Retaking Commercial Property – Owners Entitled To Exercise A Degree Of Force
The Irish High Court has clarified the extent to which commercial property owners can use force to regain possession of their premises. In a case involving a warehouse sale following loan default and receivership, the court examined whether breaking glass and cutting through steel shutters constituted lawful recovery of property. The decision provides important guidance on the boundaries between legitimate property recovery and unlawful forcible entry.
Ireland Real Estate
M
Matheson
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Court Procedure

Article
New Developments In Norwich Pharmacal Jurisdiction
The Irish High Court has expanded the scope of Norwich Pharmacal Orders beyond traditional litigation contexts, ruling that RTÉ must disclose unedited undercover footage from nursing homes to support a regulatory investigation. This landmark decision addresses critical questions about when courts can compel third parties to provide information, the boundaries of journalistic material disclosure, and how privacy rights balance against urgent public interest in regulatory enforcement.
Ireland Litigation
WF
William Fry
Article
Public Procurement Update: Failure To Offer An Undertaking For Damages A Factor In Lifting Automatic Suspension
The Irish High Court has signalled that incumbent tenderers who benefit financially from automatic contract suspensions may face scrutiny if they refuse to offer undertakings covering losses to winning bidders. In a €51.2 million parking enforcement framework case, the Court lifted the suspension after the losing incumbent declined to compensate the successful tenderer for costs of securing a time-sensitive resource underpinning its bid.
Ireland Litigation
AC
Arthur Cox
Article
New High Court Practice Direction On The Responsible Use Of GenAI In Court Documents
The High Court has issued a new Practice Direction governing the use of generative AI in litigation, establishing mandatory disclosure requirements for affidavits, witness statements and expert reports. Legal practitioners must now ensure all AI-generated content is verified, accurate and compliant with professional obligations, with significant sanctions for non-compliance including costs orders and potential referral to regulatory authorities.
Ireland Litigation
AC
Arthur Cox
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