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Going back to Work after the Covid Emergency

Balancing the Rights of the Employer & Employee

Liability for Platform Providers in Defamation – Has the Law kept up with Technology?

David Browne, Partner, looks at development of the law from 2009 to the present date and suggests that there is now a need for improvement.

BDM Boylan Solicitors – Providing essential services during Level 5 Restrictions

We at BDM Boylan Solicitors wish to assure our clients that we remain open to provide support and advice during these challenging times.

Periodic Payment Orders and the Civil Liability (Amendment) Act 2

David Browne looks at Periodic Payment Orders and the Civil Liability (Amendment) Act 2017 and asks if the legislation is “fit for purpose”.

Coronavirus: Update 13th March 2020

Message from consultant respiratory paediatrician at Cork University Hospital.

Coronavirus: Ireland moves into 'Containment Phase'

Schools, colleges and other public facilities are set to close in the Republic from this evening for at least two weeks in response to the spread of coronavirus.

A Joint Tenant who does not have a Judgment registered against his/her interest in a property may move their interest out of the reach of Judgment Mortgage Creditors.

Judgement Mortgages and Joint Tenants.

Inheritance tax and how to plan for it

Inheritance tax can be a minefield. Here are some helpful tips to plan for it

National Minimum Wage is €10.10 from February

Good news for minimum wage workers as the minimum wage rises.

IBEC has released its analysis of the recent General Election

Voting patterns, policies, government and what it means for business

Art Heist or Simply Good Business?

David Browne our Litigation Partner takes a whimsical look at the law and Auctions on sale of Goods through the lens of the International Art World.

The Employment (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2018

Key changes and important steps for Employers under the 2018 Act

Supports available from Enterprise Ireland

Enterprise Ireland looks to the future with strong supports for Irish SME's.

Govt should set clear national targets for housing plans

along with refining the 'fast track' planning process and invest in infrastructure

The Constitutional Aspect of Division of Assets in Family Law Cases: How does Ireland compare with other jurisdictions?

Previously, David Browne,Partner & Expert in Family Law, examined how Irish courts approach division of assets in the millionaire set. We now look at how Ireland compares to other countries

Deadline approaches for the registration of certain rights of way.

The Land and Conveyancing Law Reform Act 2009 as amended by the Civil Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2011 (“The new Legislation”) requires the users of certain Easements to register such rights

The Fair Deal Scheme

How to go about the application in cases of Incapacity

Employee or Self-Employed Contractor?

The Debate Continues

The 4th Industrial Revolution and what it means for business.

Engineers Ireland discuss future proofing your business.

Important Changes to Rental Legislation for Landlords and Tenants

What the new Residential Tenancies (Amendment) Act, 2019 means

Despite Arrears- 25 years To Repay Debt on €1.5m Farm

In the first case of its type lenders have agreed a deal allowing a couple to keep their €1.5m dairy farm.

An Taoiseach Launches First Affordable Housing Purchase Scheme In Ireland

BDM Boylan who act for developers Lyonshall LTD and Clancy Construction were delighted to attend the launch by Leo Varadkar of the First Affordable Housing Purchase Scheme In Ireland

Ibec Europe & Global Focus

As an open economy, what goes on at an EU & Global level has major impact for how business gets done for all Irish SMEs

A Day in the Life of a (Pre) Trainee Litigation Solicitor

Ciaran Cummins gives us insight into his time with the Litigation Department of BDM Boylan

Remortgaging Your Property

The Benefits and the Legal Process

IoD Ireland Report Launch: Director Sentiment Monitor Q3 2019

The latest Director Sentiment Monitor survey clearly shows that the political and commercial fallout from Brexit is a concern for IoD members.

The CorkBIC Venture Academy™

Wednesday November 6th 12:00 - 18:00 Glandore Offices, Lapps Quay Cork

Important changes to Parental Law in Ireland

Employers are you prepared for the New Parental Leave Entitlements for Employees?

Yardstick for Division of Assets in Ample Resources Cases of Family Breakdown

David Browne, Partner and Expert in Family Law, looks at the criteria, taken into account, by the High Court in dividing Family Assets for wealthy couples.

Entitlement to copy of the Will

Who is entitled to it?

Home Building Finance Ireland

If you are a small/medium sized builder/developer who has struggled to get funding to support your building activities then you should familarise yourself with the HBFI and the supports they provide.

Purchasing a house and the Life Policy Implications

A word of warning to Borrowers in respect of House Purchases relevant to Life Policies.

SME Owners: The need to Review Refine and Refocus your business for the Future.

Business owners should seek to use the crisis that is Brexit to review their business and enhance their fitness levels for the future.

The Right to Legal Representation in Workplace Disputes

The Right to Legal Representation in Workplace Disputes.

Budget 2020

Taking a look at the 2020 Budget

Selling A Company: Keeping The Process On Track

Selling a company can be a long and challenging road. This article sets out some of my perspectives on the company sale process and some tips that can help prevent a deal from stalling or becoming mo

New Requirements for Nursing Homes

Requirements for Nursing Homes to Substantially Upgrade their Premises before January 2022

Director Sentiment Monitor Q2’19

The latest Director Sentiment Monitor survey clearly shows that the uncertainty evident over the past twelve months has intensified in Q2.

Locals Only

David Browne, Partner, looks at “Locals Only” Planning Rules and considers whether they are contrary to European Union Law, in light of comparable cases in continental Europe:

Discrimination Cases from our Employment Law Department Re Age

Our Employment Law Department has recently been involved in a number of cases of complaints to the Workplace Relations Commission by Employees in respect of Discrimination on the grounds of age

Brexit Preparations

As deadline date of 31st October 2019 draws closer, it is imperative that businesses take action to prepare and plan for Brexit, notwithstanding the current uncertainty.

BDM Boylan Solicitors settles Discrimination Claim out of Court on behalf of Employer

BDM Boylan Solicitors recently represented a small business client which was sued under Employment Equality Acts by an employee who alleged discrimination on the grounds of her pregnancy.

Recent Legislative changes in Personal Injuries Litigation

The Personal Injuries Assessment Board (PIAB) is the country’s independent State body with responsibility for assessing personal injuries claims relating to accidents on the road, at work, or in a pub

Criminal Law (Spent Convictions and Certain Disclosures) Act, 2016

“A SECOND CHANCE” OR A “RIGHT TO LIE”

BDM Boylan partners with CorkBIC for The 2019 Entrepreneur Experience®

BDM Boylan was proud to partner with CorkBIC for The 2019 Entrepreneur Experience® in Ballymaloe, Co. Cork.

Financially Distressed Companies

Issues for Directors

How to avoid Discrimination in the Recruitment Process

All employers should adopt an equal opportunities policy when it comes to staff however this also applies at the recruitment process.

Selling your Property?

Steps for a quick and smooth sale of your property

Cybersecurity and Information

Governance for Directors

Recent Updates on Employment Law

Avoid Claims of Gender Pay Discrimination

SMEs – the importance of good advice

Better Lives Better Business

IBEC recently launched a New Campaign to make Ireland a better place to live and work.

Competitive focus needed as economy nears full throttle

IBEC update

Voice of the Child

Listening to the ‘Views of the Child’ in Family Law proceedings

Thinking of Purchasing an Investment Property? Think SSAP

If you are thinking about investing in property, you may wish to consider setting up a Small Self-Administered Pension Scheme (SSAP) as a very tax efficient means of doing so.

The GDPR–Data Protection in a Digital Age

The Clock is ticking for Irish Businesses to get GDPR Compliant

Cork Business Awards 2017- Law Firm of the Year

BDM Boylan Solicitors voted Law Firm of the year at the Cork Business Awards 2017.

Business and Finance Q&A with CEO of BDM Boylan Solicitors – Client First Approach

Q&A with Tom Leahy-CEO- on the importance of a client first business model

IBEC Budget 2018 analysis

Brexit: Challenges with Solutions

A look at the IBEC report, setting out the position and priorities of Irish business, prior to formal Brexit negotiations.

Residential development funding landscape

A look at residential development funding in the Irish market

The importance of making a Will

Why Make a Will?

Brexit – Key Action Steps for Business Owners Trading with the UK

Ibec have published a comprehensive and practical new guide for managing Brexit, produced with the support of Accenture.

General Data Protection Regulation - Coming into effect from 25th May 2018

The GDPR will replace the current Data Protection Directive.

Brexit: The Potential Implications - an IoD Ireland research report

Interesting insights from a survey conducted by IOD with members in Ireland & the UK. Certainly worth a read for anybody trading between the 2 economies.

Pay Survey 2017

Almost three-quarters of Irish companies are planning to award pay rises next year. The Ibec Pay Survey has found that 71% of companies plan to increase basic pay in 2017.

UK Exports - Stg Impact Calculator

Enterprise Ireland has developed a new tool for Irish exporters to the UK to help them understand the impact of movements in the sterling/euro exchange rate on their business.

Workplace Relations Committee Update Oct 15-Mar 16

Workplace Relations Commission - Progress Report and Commentary

Action Plan for Rebuilding Ireland

Action Plan for Housing & Homelessness - Rebuilding Ireland - which was launched by Government

Budget 2017 - Key priorities

Five things Government should deliver in Budget 2017.

Enterprise Ireland Supports for Irish SMEs trading with UK post Brexit

Exporting to the UK? A new guide for Irish business post UK Referendum.

The future for Employees - Innovation & the Labour Market

Ireland’s high skilled labour force has played a key role in its economic success.

IBEC Key messages - Budget 2017

Ireland’s strategic interests must be prioritised while the post Brexit scenario remains highly fluid

The Housing crisis – What’s next?

The following article by IBEC provides some insights into areas that may find their way into Budget 2017 to support economic activity.

Wealth & Investment – Global Markets post Brexit

Update on Brexit progress.

SMEs - New Lending Regulations to protect Irish SMEs - effective July 1st 2016

The Regulations on Lending to Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SME Regulations) were introduced by the Central Bank of Ireland on 17 December 2015. They provide protections for micro, small and med

SMEs – Guide to EI supports post Brexit

Enterprise Ireland 5 Pillars of Support:

Property Industry Ireland Update

Please find below the findings of this quarter's Property Watch report which Property Industry Ireland have released this morning.

Disclosure of Company Particulars

Disclosure requirements of the Irish Companies Act 2014 impact company websites and letterheads. Irish companies need to ensure they are compliant with this law.

DKM/BPFI SME Market Monitor

The latest DKM/BPFI SME Market Monitor for May 2016, highlights the sentiment and concerns by SMEs as the economic recovery continues.

Brexit - Unavoidable Consequences and Uncertainties for Ireland

Ibec - Irish Centre for European Law The legal Implications of Brexit – Dublin Conference Brexit – Unavoidable consequences and uncertainties for Ireland by Dr. John Temp

Update on Programme for Government

Interesting Update from IBEC on the recently launched Programme for Government

Credit Unions and Restructuring

Interesting article by Moore Stephens on South Korean Credit Unions & Restructuring.

SME Supports from Enterprise Ireland

If you are the owner of an SME business you should see if you can qualify for the Innovation Voucher Programme from Enterprise Ireland – Details attached for ease of access.

Easy Guide to Bank Finance for your Farm

When seeking to raise funds for your farm, it is useful to follow a sample checklist for the range of information likely to be requested about your business.

Planning to Sell your Business

Whether you are looking to sell your business now or further down the line there are many issues to consider.

Companies Act 2014

New Company Law - How it impacts on your business today.

Innovative Law Firm BDM Boylan appoint Tom Leahy as CEO

BDM Boylan Solicitors & Business Advisory, one of Munster’s largest law firms, has appointed Tom Leahy as Chief Executive Officer.

Companies Act 2014 - Loans by Directors to Companies

The Companies Act 2014 was enacted on the 23rd December 2014 and most provisions of the Act commenced on the 1st June 2015.

Restructuring Guidelines

There are many circumstances that can negatively impact the performance and sustainability of an SME Business.

Agri Food Strategy Committee Report

Are you involved in/do you have an interest in the Agri-Food Sector?

2016 Company of the Year - Platform Avenue

Congratulations to Patrick Dineen and all the team at Platform Avenue who were selected as the 2016 winners for Cork Chamber Cork Company of the Year Awards -Emerging Category.

Cyber Security

Cyber-attacks on Companies can result in damage not only to the Company itself in terms of its own information but also in terms of its reputation

The Community Pharmacy Sector

Clearly the last few years have been very difficult for the Community Pharmacist with falling reimbursements from state schemes and poor prevailing economic conditions.

Credit Unions

We have a dedicated Credit Union team who have developed an expertise and specialism in the area of Credit Union matters. We believe we can add real value for Credit Unions at a time of significant ch

Enduring Powers of Attorney - A Financial and Practical Solution

An Enduring Power of Attorney is something that should be considered by all clients when reviewing their affairs.

Lecture

Patrick Mullins, Partner, recently delivered a two hour Seminar on the Companies Act, 2014, to 75 Accountants at the Rochestown Park Hotel on Wednesday the 29th of April.

New Website Launch

Our new website launched in May 2015 featuring all the legal services we provide and the people who will best look after your interests. We hope you like it as much as we do!

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