An unincorporated association is a group that does not have
separate legal personality from its members. Unlike the case of a
company, there is no separate body with limited liability. The
members of an unincorporated association have duties and
liabilities to each other that stem from the rules of the
association. Sports clubs, local organisations, charitable
fundraising groups or community groups very often comprise
unincorporated associations.
The liability of members for any wrongdoing by other members of
the group varies according to the wrongdoing that has taken place.
Liability in unincorporated associations under Irish contract and
tort law is summarised below.
Contractual Liability
