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Construction litigation is complex, as not only are lawyers heavily reliant on expert reports but there are legal defences that will be raised which must be overcome before those reports even become relevant.

Performance bonds are a common feature of construction projects. They provide assurance to employers that contractors will meet their ...

The appeal of Crofton Buildings Management CLG & Anor v An Bord Pleanála and Fitzwilliam DL Limited, High Court [2022] IEHC 704 to the Irish Supreme Court...

2015 was another busy year in the Irish hotel industry. New legislation introduced will have an indirect impact on the next phase of the hotel industry.

The High Court granted an application to enforce an adjudicator's decision in BMC Renovation Ltd ("contractor") v Gael Property Investments Ltd ("employer") [2026] IEHC 195.

For a long time, the Irish have had a deep-rooted need to own their homes, unlike our neighbours in many parts of Europe.

Since the reopening of non-essential construction sites from 18 May, some contractors are reporting that works are progressing at a slower rate due to compliance with the Return to Work Safely...

In a judgement delivered 12 January 2026, in the case of Tenderbids Ltd trading As Bastion V Electrical Waste Management Ltd Mr Justice Simons dealt with the question of ‘Smash and Grab' adjudications.

The High Court granted an application to enforce an adjudicator's decision in BMC Renovation Ltd ("contractor") v Gael Property Investments Ltd ("employer") [2026] IEHC 195 (PDF 328KB).

In O'Grianna & Ors. v An Bord Pleanála [2014] IEHC 632 23, the High Court held that a project could not, for planning purposes, lawfully be split into two independent parts – the wind farm and the grid connection.

Construction contracts under the Public Works Contract establish a rigorous procedural framework that contractors must navigate before any valuation of variations or compensation events can occur. This analysis examines the critical distinction between establishing entitlement through proper claims procedures and the subsequent valuation process, exploring how failure to comply with notice requirements and conditions precedent can bar claims regardless of their underlying merit.

The recent case of Rochford Construction Ltd v Kihan Construction Ltd reinforces importance of clear payment dates and suggests that fixing the final date for payment by reference to an invoice...

The legal issues to be considered by Surveyors when drafting and subsequently managing construction documents will reflect the risks associated with any particular project.

Rome wasn't built in a day. It's not clear to what extent this was due to construction disputes but the adage is worth bearing in mind when considering the development of adjudication in Ireland under the Construction Contracts Act 2013 ...

Fitness for purpose obligations are always hotly debated, but fitness for purpose obligations in construction contracts can arise unbeknownst to the parties to the contract meaning parties may find that they have signed up to more than they bargained for.

Ireland and in particular, Dublin, is in the midst of an ongoing affordable housing crisis driven by strong demand and limited supply, so there is no doubt that it is the right time for innovative solutions.

Budget 2015 introduced a number of positive changes which should assist the Property and Construction sectors.

The High Court refused to enforce an adjudicator's decision in Albert Connaughton v Timber Frame Projects Ltd t/a Timber Frame Ireland [2025] IEHC 469.