Tort Law Cases Overview

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What can be a purpose of lodging money in settlement of an action?

To prevent the case from being heard in court
To create a precedent for future cases
To settle without admitting liability (correct)
To admit liability on behalf of the party

Which case is associated with issues surrounding financial settlements?

Johnson v British Airways (2011)
Watters v The Star (2010) (correct)
Smithson v United Airlines (2010)
Keenan (2012 Ch 8)

What type of order is aimed at correcting a legal action or outcome?

Financial Order
Prohibition Order
Settlement Order
Correction Order (correct)

What is typically NOT a reason for issuing a Prohibition Order?

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Which of the following cases was NOT mentioned in the context of financial settlements?

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Financial Settlement

A resolution of a dispute through the exchange of money without admitting fault.

Correction Order

A court order to fix or modify a prior legal decision or action.

Damages

Monetary compensation awarded for losses or harm caused by someone's actions.

Prohibition Order

A court order forbidding a specific action or behavior.

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Legal Case (Example)

Watters v The Star (2010), Davison v Ryanair (2011), Meegan v Mail on Sunday (2010) and Keenan (2012 Ch 8) are examples, showcasing legal disputes and their resolution.

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Study Notes

Tort - Compatibility Mode

Watters v The Star (2010): Declaratory Order, lodging money in settlement without admitting liability
Davison v Ryanair (2011): Prohibition Order
Meegan v Mail on Sunday (2010): Correction Order
Keenan (2012 Ch 8): Damages

References

British and Irish Legal Information Institute (BAILIi): www.bailii.org
European Convention on Human Rights: https://www.echr.coe.int/Documents/Convention_Eng.pdf
Irish Statute Book: www.irishstatutebook.ie
The Open University: https://www.open.edu/openlearn/get-started/about-us
Quill, E (2014): Torts in Ireland
William Fry Solicitors: www.williamfry.com
Keenan A (2012): Essentials of Irish Business Law