Court orders Information Commissioner to reconsider Freedom of Information request – undermining the core freedom of information principles?
A recent decision from the High Court has raised concerns that the basic principles of freedom of information have been placed in jeopardy. A core finding was that the Information Commissioner (the I...
Circuit Court dismisses claim for damages arising from data breach
Summary A Circuit Court action against Ulster Bank was recently dismissed on the basis that the Plaintiff did not establish any loss arising from a data breach. Facts The Plaintiff was a customer...
Recent consideration of borrower protections in possession proceedings
The case of Grant & Anor. V. The County Registrar from the County of Laois & Anor. [2019] IEHC 185, concerned an application brought by borrowers, by way of judicial review, to quash an order ...
World Intellectual Property Day - How can employers protect their IP
Today is World Intellectual Property Day, a celebration of innovation and creativity. It is also an opportunity for employers to review their work practices and ensure that their intellectual propert...
Beauchamps advise Simon Kelly and his vehicle Kintrona on its acquisition Zurich HQ in Blackrock
Beauchamps were delighted to advise Simon Kelly and his vehicle, Kintrona, on its acquisition of two blocks in Blackrock in County Dublin which are currently the HQ buildings for Zurich Insurance. T...
Managing Partner, John White, interviewed in Business Plus’ Commercial Law Survey 2019
Our Managing Partner, John White, gives an interview to Business Plus magazine for their Commercial Law Survey 2019. As Managing Partner, what are the firm management issues that top your priority li...
Start-Up Capital Incentive Scheme (SCI)
SCI is a tax incentive scheme which provides tax relief for individuals investing in shares in micro companies. It applies to shares issued after 1 January 2019 and a company can raise a maximum of ...
First criminal conviction for gun-jumping in Ireland
The Irish Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) has for the first time secured a criminal conviction for gun-jumping. Gun-jumping involves illegally putting into effect a merger witho...
Beauchamps advise Clúid Housing on its acquisition of Leeside Apartments
Beauchamps were delighted to advise Clúid Housing on its acquisition in conjunction with Cork City Council of the Leeside Apartments which are to be used for social housing. This newly renovated 78 u...
Point of law on Central Bank's Code of Mortgage Arrears
The High Court recently held that the Central Bank's Code of Conduct on Mortgage Arrears 2013 (Code of Conduct) applies to commercial loans where part of the security for the loan includes a Principal...
The Land and Conveyancing Law Reform (Amendment) Bill
The Land and Conveyancing Law Reform (Amendment) Bill 2019 (the Bill) is currently being considered by the Oireachtas. If enacted, it will broaden the range of matters the Court must consider in rep...
The High Court considers when a pre-trial inspection order may be granted
Background The High Court has provided guidance on the circumstances where a pre-trial order for inspection may be granted. The plaintiff sought an order for inspection under Order 50 rule 4 of the ...
How fast is too fast? Courts sound caution for pre-pack examinerships
The High Court recently considered the scope of an interim examiner's powers in Re M.D.Y. Construction Ltd [2018] IEHC 676. Binding actions by the Interim Examiner Of interest to the High Court was ...
Beauchamps advise BGF on its €5 million investment into Winterbrook
Beauchamps were delighted to advise BGF on its €5 million investment into Winterbrook, a Dublin based, family-owned residential house builder. This investment will support the growth of Winterbrook a...
Beauchamps advise PREM Group on the sale its international procurement business, Trinity Purchasing
We were delighted to advise PREM Group, a specialised owner-operator of hotels and serviced apartments throughout Europe, on the recent sale of its international procurement business, Trinity Purchasi...