Claire Mulvihill

Please explain who inherits your estate if you die without having made a will. Does it pass to the State or can your family make a claim? If you die without having made a will, you are said to have died intestate and your property will be divided in accordance with the rules of intestacy […]

I recently discovered that I was appointed Executor of my late aunt’s estate. I am unsure of my obligations. What exactly is an Executor and what do they do? Please explain an Executor’s duties to me. The Executor of a will is the person named by the maker of a will (Testator) to carry out

I own a large farm and I currently rent all of my land on a short term basis to a neighbouring farmer. He recently approached me and asked me to enter into a longer term lease with him. Are there any tax advantages of entering into a longer term lease agreement? Please advise me. Tax

My partner and I are expecting our first child in a few months time. I know that my partner is entitled to maternity leave but is my employer obliged to give me additional time off work when our baby is born? New parents are granted two weeks off work for paternity leave. The leave can

I hope to buy some agricultural land in the coming months. I would like some advice on the likely taxes I may have to pay. I understand that I will have to pay stamp duty, is this correct? Are there any other taxes I should be aware of e.g. Capital Gains Tax, Capital Acquisitions Tax?

During the recent icy weather conditions my neighbour’s car skidded on black ice and collided with my parked car. My neighbour was very apologetic but feels that the accident was not his fault and is blaming the icy road. My car was significantly damaged and I would appreciate your advice. Motorists have had to struggle

I am married and I live with my husband and our young children. When my husband drinks or is stressed, he can be physically abusive. I don’t want to leave my home or my children. Is there anything I can do to protect myself? Domestic violence is any form of physical, sexual or psychological violence

If I am involved in a road traffic accident with another motorist what should I do or not do. Please advise. DO 1. Ensure that you and the other people involved in the accident are not injured. If anyone is injured call an ambulance. Be courteous and polite to others involved in the accident regardless

I lived with my partner for over ten years. We did not marry and we did not have any children together. Our relationship recently broke down and I am now in a difficult position as I was financially dependent upon him. Please advise me of my rights. The Civil Partnership and Certain Rights and Obligations

My son was recently diagnosed with autism. There is no family history of autism whatsoever. I always thought that his care at the time of his birth was poor. Please tell me if you have ever come across a case where a child’s autism diagnosis was linked to his birth management. Autism spectrum disorder (ASD)