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10/09/2026

If you have been injured at work, reporting the accident to your employer is an important first step. However, it may not be enough to meet the legal requirements of a Section 8 Letter of Claim. ⏱️

Under the Civil Liability and Courts Act 2004, written notice of a potential personal injury claim must generally be sent to the person or organisation believed to be responsible within one month of the accident.

This is separate from telling your manager, completing an internal accident report or recording the incident in the workplace accident book.

Depending on how the accident happened, notice may need to be sent to your employer or another party involved, such as a contractor, property owner or equipment supplier.

Missing the one-month deadline does not automatically prevent you from bringing a claim. However, it may affect whether you can recover some or all of your legal costs, even if your claim succeeds.

If the accident happened more than one month ago, do not assume that it is too late to seek advice. A solicitor can assess what happened, identify who should receive the notice and advise you on the possible effect of the delay.

HOMS Assist Partner Sean Fitzgerald explains the Section 8 deadline and what injured workers should know:

https://homsassist.ie/news/section-8-workplace-accident-deadline/

03/09/2026

After an accident, it can be difficult to know what to do next or whether you need legal advice.

Important evidence may become harder to obtain over time. Speaking to a solicitor early can help identify what should be preserved, explain the legal issues involved and give you a clearer understanding of your options.

John Ringrose is a Partner and Head of the HOMS Assist Cork office. He supports clients following serious injuries, road traffic accidents, workplace accidents and accidents in public places.

If you need advice following an accident, our team is here to listen and help you understand the next step.

Be Heard. Be Guided. Be Represented.

01/09/2026

Passing a family business to the next generation is one of the most important decisions a family can make.

A Family Limited Partnership may allow parents to pass on value while retaining control of the business. A Discretionary Trust may provide greater protection where children or other beneficiaries are young, vulnerable or not yet ready to manage significant assets.

Each structure brings different tax, cost and compliance implications. With Capital Acquisitions Tax at 33%, it is important to consider those differences early.

In our latest guide, HOMS Assist Partner Claire Tuohy explains how both structures work, who they may suit and the potential planning traps to be aware of.

Read the full article here: https://homsassist.ie/news/family-partnerships-v-discretionary-trusts/

28/08/2026

Your medical records can help you understand what happened during your care, seek a second opinion or investigate concerns about the treatment you received.

You have a legal right to access the personal data held about you by a hospital, GP or other healthcare provider. But knowing where to send your request, what to include and when you should receive a response is not always straightforward.

This guide explains how to make an Article 15 Subject Access Request, which records you can ask for and what to do if information is missing or the response is delayed.

It also covers why requesting your records should not delay legal advice if you are considering a medical negligence claim.

Read the full guide: https://homsassist.ie/news/how-to-get-medical-records-ireland/

26/08/2026

A few of our favourite moments from a busy summer at HOMS Assist. ☀️

We attended the LMHA Mental Health Breakfast, celebrated winning at the Leap Irish Law Awards, supported and took on our annual 12 O’Clock Hills hike.

We even made time for pizza in the office, (thanks to !), and our summer party. ☀️

A lovely summer, and lots to look forward to as we head into autumn. 🍂

20/08/2026

A Will may set out what should happen. That does not mean the path through probate will feel straightforward for the family involved.

Since beginning her work in probate, Olga Sandys has been struck by how personal each file is. Families are often dealing with grief while placing considerable trust in their solicitor to guide them through a process they may never have encountered before.

In this video, Olga shares what has surprised her most about working in probate and why taking the time to listen is such an important part of moving an estate forward.

19/08/2026

Referring a client for specialist legal support should not mean losing visibility of the relationship you worked hard to build.

At HOMS Assist, the role of each firm, the communication process and the level of involvement are agreed from the outset. With the client’s consent, the referring solicitor receives clear updates at the appropriate stages and a structured hand-back when the specialist matter concludes.

The client receives the expertise they need without feeling passed between providers. The originating firm remains connected without being asked to supervise the specialist work.

Our latest article explains how we approach referred matters and protect the trust placed in us by both the client and the referring solicitor.

Read the full article: https://homsassist.ie/news/protecting-client-relationships-referred-matters/

18/08/2026

For survivors of historical child sexual abuse in Irish schools, the MacGrath Commission may raise questions about whether their individual case will be investigated or compensation will be available.

The Commission has been established to examine how allegations and concerns relating to abuse connected with Irish schools between 1927 and 2013 were handled.

Its work will include a formal investigation using selected sample cases and a separate Survivor Engagement Programme, where survivors can share their experiences through an informal, non-adversarial and anonymised process.

However, the Commission’s role is to investigate and report. It is not a court, it will not determine every individual case and it cannot award financial compensation.

Its final report may not be published until 2030. Survivors do not have to wait until then to seek legal advice about whether a separate civil claim may be available to them.

Our new article explains the Commission’s role, the difference between its two processes and how civil court remedies operate separately.

Read more: https://homsassist.ie/news/macgrath-commission-civil-compensation-claims/

**Every case is different. Legal options, including relevant time limits, will depend on the individual circumstances.*

14/08/2026

Clear communication and responsive support can make a significant difference during a property transaction, particularly when completion dates are approaching.

Thank you to our client for sharing their experience with William and the HOMS Assist Property team.

Our residential property solicitors advise clients across Ireland on buying and selling homes, remortgaging and transfers of equity. The team provides practical guidance throughout the conveyancing process, with clear communication and transparent pricing at every stage.

With offices in Dublin, Limerick and Cork, support is available nationwide.

13/08/2026

When an emergency C-section is called, every stage of the timeline matters.

The theatre log should record when the decision to deliver was made, when theatre was prepared, when the procedure began and when the baby was born.

Clinical guidance generally sets a target of 30 minutes for a Category 1 C-section, where there is an immediate threat to the mother or baby, and 75 minutes for a Category 2 C-section, where there is compromise but no immediate threat to life.

A delay beyond these timeframes does not automatically prove medical negligence. The wider circumstances, the CTG trace, the reason for the delay and whether earlier delivery could have prevented or reduced the injury must all be independently assessed.

For families trying to understand whether a birth injury was avoidable, the decision-to-delivery interval can be one of the most important parts of the medical record.

Áine McSweeney explains what parents should look for in CTG traces, labour records and theatre logs, and when it may be worth seeking an independent review.

https://homsassist.ie/news/delayed-caesarean-cgt-claims-in-ireland/

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