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A public liability claim can arise where a person has sustained a personal injury on public property, where the cause of that injury is the negligence of another. This area of law covers a very wide range of accidents that occur in public places. Where negligence occurs a claim can be pursued against the owner or the party who had control over the particular area.

You may be able to bring an accident at work claim if you have been injured as a result of health and safety procedures not being followed. Your employer has a legal duty to ensure you are safe at work. This means they have a responsibility to:-

An employer has a responsibility to prevent bullying and harassment in the workplace. They should have policies in place to protect you as the employee. Your employer should investigate any complaints about bullying or harassment promptly and objectively. A number of conditions must be satisfied in order to proceed with a bullying and/or harassment claim. They include:-

Where a child is injured as a result of an accident, product or medical treatment it may be possible to make a claim on the child’s behalf. Where the person under the age of eighteen (a ‘minor’) suffers an injury owing to the negligence of another person, or organisation, their right to make a claim is subject to certain requirements that are there to safeguard the minor’s interests.

More people are becoming concerned with improving their aesthetic appearance and are undergoing procedures with private clinics and hospitals.  The risks involved and instances of cosmetic surgical bad practice have also increased in Ireland. The consequence of a procedure going wrong can be devastating leading to physical, emotional and financial suffering. If you had a plastic surgery procedure within the last two years and it has not been aesthetically pleasing, or if you have suffered complications after cosmetic surgery due to mistake, negligence and incompetence of the cosmetic surgeon, we can help you make a cosmetic negligence claim and secure the most favourable outcome in your case.  

If your reputation has been damaged by a defamatory statement you may wish to consider seeking advice on a defamation action. Defamatory statements cover any types of communication, whether made orally, in writing, as a visual image, sound, gesture, broadcast, internet publication or electronic communication. In order to succeed with a defamation action, you must be able to prove to the court that:-

Family relationships can be complex and difficult to maintain, so when they need resolution, you need a sensitive and reliable expert to help you address the issues. HOMS Assist family law solicitors offer expert, trustworthy advice on all legal elements of family relationships. Whether you are beginning a new relationship, ending an existing one, or making arrangements for your children, you can depend on us to guide you through the legal processes.

A fatal injury claim can be taken by the next of kin of a deceased if the death is caused by the wrongful act of another. Although no monetary sum can fill the void left when you lose a loved one, the compensation that your family could receive can help with future costs for you and your family.

Holidays are a time for deserved rest and relaxation. The last thing you want to happen is to be involved in an accident or suffer an illness whilst you are on holiday. If this happens and it is not your fault you may be entitled to make a claim for compensation.

We all hope that we will stay healthy and not become sick or have an accident. When we do find ourselves in need of medical treatment we put our trust in medical professionals to assist us. Most of the time medical practitioners are diligent and wholly committed to your care. However, sometimes things can go wrong. When this happens you may feel vulnerable and it can be difficult to know what to do. Mistakes or imperfect outcomes do not always amount to medical negligence though and we can assist in navigating your specific legal situation.

Defective or dangerous products are the cause of many injuries each year in Ireland. The law requires that a product meets a requisite safety standard, and you are entitled to expect, taking all circumstances into account, that a product meets that standard. The law surrounding the area of liability for defective products is provided for in statute under the Liability for Defective Products Act 1991 (1991 Act). The producer of a defective product can be held liable for personal injuries which is caused by a defect in the product. However, the onus is on the injured party to prove the case and to prove that an injury was caused due to a fault in the product.

Buying and selling property can be daunting. Whether you are a first time buyer or a veteran investor, the legal process of buying and selling property (otherwise known as conveyancing) is full of potential pitfalls. You will need an experienced solicitor to take care of the work for you. The property law solicitors at HOMS Assist can help you with property matters including:

At HOMS Assist we know that after the stress of being in an accident making a claim can feel like a daunting prospect. This is why we make it our top priority to ensure that all of our clients feel supported, informed and confident at each step when making a road traffic accident claim. We have a dedicated experienced team offering all the support and assistance you need along with answers to all of your questions. Six things you should do after being involved in a road traffic accident:-

A serious or catastrophic injury can be defined as a severe injury to the spine, spinal cord or brain; the kind of injury you never expect to happen to you or a loved one. If you have suffered such an injury and it was not your fault, or if your family member has and it was not their fault, there may be an entitlement to bring a claim. When you contact HOMS Assist about a serious injury claim our team of experienced solicitors will do the following:-

There are many ways you can plan for the future, be it making a will, inheritance tax planning, creating a trust or creating a power of attorney. It can be daunting but if these matters are not attended to by you it could cause problems for your family in the future. This is why it is important that you plan ahead and this is where HOMS Assist can help.