The Supreme Court has reserved its judgment in the action being taken by former Rehab Group CEO Angela Kerins against the Dáil’s Public Accounts Committee. Chief Justice Mr Justice Frank Clarke said the one thing agreed in the case is that it is “important and difficult.” Ms…
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Conor McGregor to appear in Brooklyn court to face charges of assault
A NYPD spokesperson has confirmed that Conor McGregor will face assault and criminal mischief charges in a Brooklyn court later today. The spokesperson told Independent.ie that he has “effectively been charged” with three charges of assault and one of criminal mischief and will appear in…
Second Tesla involved in fatal crash was in autopilot mode
US electric car maker Tesla has said that one of its vehicles was under the control of its Autopilot software when it crashed on a California highway two weeks ago, killing the driver. The disclosure on Friday marks the second confirmation in less than two…
Woman who helped save baby in Buncrana drowning tragedy sues victims' family
A nurse who helped rescue the baby saved in the Buncrana drowning tragedy is suing the family of those who perished in the tragedy. Stephanie Knox was along with her then-boyfriend Davitt Walsh on March 20th, 2016 when a jeep slipped into Lough Swilly…
€30k for boy who hurt his finger in bowling ball incident
An eight-year-old boy who, as a toddler, hurt his finger when he was holding a bowling ball has settled his High Court action for €30,000. Kaylum Devitt has been left with a raised 2cm scar on his right index finger, the court was told. The…
€52k High Court award for fall off horse at Castle Leslie
A woman who was thrown from a horse when a dog ran into her path as she was out riding at the Castle Leslie estate in Co Monaghan has been awarded €52,000 by the High Court. Mr Justice Anthony Barr said Jacqueline Whelan suffered a…
Blake Lively Hurt Her Hand on the set of The Rhythm Section!
Production has been temporarily halted on Blake Lively’s female spy thriller The Rhythm Section after the star was injured on set. Lively, 30, hurt her hand performing an action sequence, producers said in a statement. A spokesperson for the production told The Hollywood Reporter: “Filming…
Dealing with Spinal Cord Injuries
Types of Spinal Cord Injuries Spinal cord injuries can happen as a result of a vehicle, motorcycle, pedestrian, bicycle, or premises liability accidents. Damage to any part of the spinal cord or the nerves surrounding it can cause permanent changes in ability, sensation, or strength in body…
Garda who suffered internal injuries while making arrest awarded €36k
A garda, who suffered internal injuries when she was punched and kicked while making an arrest, was today awarded more than €36,000 compensation in the High Court. Mr Justice Bernard Barton said that Garda Nicola Gorman had been kicked and punched in the ribs, chest…