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Fergal McNamara

Fergal McNamara, Property Solicitor and Partner at Hogan Dowling McNamara Solicitors, Limerick tells us a little bit about himself and what drives him to make a difference for his clients at Hogan Dowling McNamara Solicitors. Fergal is the Property Partner at Hogan...

Litigation – The Case for Mediation

Mediation in Litigation – this article looks at whether mediation can work in litigation cases. The Courts system in Ireland is set up so that most cases settle.  Simple road traffic accidents or personal injuries are not going to mediation in the system at...

Injuries Board Applications

  Injuries Board Applications – Should I use a Solicitor to help with my injuries board claim? The Injuries Board is set up to value claims and make assessments.  The Injuries Board is independent but the injured person is up against the other party which...

Fatal Accidents – The Coroner’s Court

The role of a Coroner is to hold an inquiry into the cause of sudden, unexplained, violent or unnatural deaths – fatal accidents.  This inquiry is called an inquest.  The basic questions to be asked by the Coroner are “how, where and when” the deceased person...

Whiplash Injuries: Whiplash – No thanks

According to the Injuries Board Book of Quantum, the most common type of neck injury is a whiplash injury.  Whiplash is an over extension or a sprain often suffered in a road traffic accident or other violent movement.  Essentially, a sudden acceleration or...
Car Accident – Guide to Car Damage Claim

Car Accident – Guide to Car Damage Claim

Here’s what I suggest you do if you have a car accident and have to bring a car damage claim: AT THE SCENE OF THE ACCIDENT Check and see if anyone has been injured. If someone is injured, call an ambulance or other emergency services. You should also call the...

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