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Full coverage: litigation

Former owner of Iceland franchise lodges media lawsuits

The businessman behind Centz discount stores and the collapsed Iceland frozen food chain in Ireland has initiated High Court proceedings against online publication The Journal.

Francesca Comyn
19th Aug, 2024 - 2 min read

“A total loss”: €83m Russian aviation claim subject to Irish law

The claim for an insurance payout on beached Russian plane and engine assets is made by subsidiaries of the Nasdaq-listed FTAI Aviation. It was previously made before the English courts.

Francesca Comyn
1st Aug, 2024 - 2 min read

Material non-disclosure alleged in Greg Kavanagh’s High Court planning battle

The Wicklow-born developer is locked in a bitter planning dispute with a woman neighbouring his proposed 96-home development in Ashford. The row is marked by claims of bullying, extortion, trespass and now non-disclosure of an important Nama document.

Francesca Comyn
16th Jul, 2024 - 2 min read

“Serious breach of EU law”: State sued in mica scandal over concrete standards

A Co Donegal school teacher is the first to sue the State for allegedly failing to implement EU law on building material standards. Scores more claims are expected by home and business owners affected by defective concrete blocks.

Francesca Comyn
24th Jun, 2024 - 2 min read

An unsettled settlement: Fota row reignites over “sham” payments and artwork

Chinese businessman Yuzhu Kang reclaimed the five-star Co Cork resort after settling a hotly contested ownership battle with his business associates. Now he says they owe him another €1.8 million.

Francesca Comyn
17th Jun, 2024 - 2 min read

Black holes, fairground tricks and “catastrophic” losses: The epic Russia aviation suit begins

Global aircraft lessors are claiming billions in losses from aircraft detained in Russia following war sanctions. In a legal battle set to last six months, the Commercial Court got a first taste of why major insurers like Lloyds and AIG have declined cover.

Francesca Comyn
11th Jun, 2024 - 4 min read

“Cavalier to say the least”: ESB taken to court over alleged sensitive data release

A Co Antrim company is taking action against the ESB for damages said to top €1 million after allegedly sensitive pricing data was released to competitors in a tender process.

Francesca Comyn
10th Jun, 2024 - 2 min read

Davy dispute: Bank of Ireland in new €15m hold-back on stockbroker acquisition

Bank of Ireland has filed proceedings against Ailmount, representing former Davy investors, over its alleged exposure to historic legal claims following its takeover of the brokerage.

Francesca Comyn
29th May, 2024 - 2 min read

Claims of extortion, bullying and harassment fire up planning dispute in Co Wicklow

Last year, the developer Greg Kavanagh claimed a neighbour to the proposed housing project in Ashford, Co Wicklow had tried to extort millions off him. The woman in question has struck back, alleging bullying and intimidation by the developers.

Francesca Comyn
13th May, 2024 - 5 min read

Dolphin Trust: The unfolding UK chase for lost investment funds

When German property investment scheme Dolphin Trust collapsed in 2020, Irish investors were left millions out of pocket. Can the UK courts illuminate where the money went?

Francesca Comyn
15th Apr, 2024 - 4 min read
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