27 March 2019
Whilst hearing loss is often seen as an inevitable consequence of ageing, and usually merits no more than a cursory “I’m going deaf”, it should always be remembered that hearing problems can be embarrassing...
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The Rise of Cosmetic Surgery The cosmetic surgery industry has been steadily growing over the past decade. The BBC recently reported that figures produced by the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (Baaps) show...
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Living in Northern Ireland, we’re lucky to have so many qualified and caring professionals working in both the NHS and in private units across the country. However, incidences of medical negligence do exist and...
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Frampton v McGuigan: The gloves are off Mr Justice Horner decided that Carl Frampton’s action against his former boxing manger, Barry McGuigan, can be heard in Belfast. The venue for the related actions brought...
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26 March 2019
The Financial Conduct Authority’s (FCA) recent survey (Financial Lives 2017) found that personal debt levels in Northern Ireland are the highest in the UK, with adults owing £670 more than the national average. The...
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An essential element to any contract is certainty of terms. A recent case in the Court of Appeal, Robert Bou-Simon –v – BGC Brokers LP, highlighted the risks once again where terms to a...
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For many businesses pursuing and recovering business debt is a priority. The Late Payment of Commercial Debts (Interest) Act 1998 should be of interest as it inserts an implied term for interest, together with...
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Assuming your terms and conditions are up to date, if your company is trading on the presumption that your terms and conditions govern the contract, then it might be time to take a closer...
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Many businesses supplying goods and services do so on the basis of informal arrangements or inadequate terms of trade. This can lead to considerable difficulties if things go wrong. Businesses should therefore ensure that...
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Most occupiers of business premises will be aware that they have certain protections afforded to them under the provisions of the Business Tenancies (NI) Order 1996. Amongst other provisions, the Order allows a tenant...
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