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Slieve Donard Challenge: In aid of Friends of the Cancer Centre

McCartan Turkington Breen took part in the Slieve Donard Challenge in aid of Friends of the Cancer Centre, our 2026 charity partner. Sixteen of our colleagues and friends tackled Northern...

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Constructive Dismissal: What is it and what to do about it?

What is constructive dismissal? Just about everyone has heard of unfair dismissal. It’s when an employer fires you for reasons considered unfair. For example, you became pregnant or joined a...

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Uninsured or untraced (hit & run) driver claims in Belfast & Northern Ireland

The Motor Insurers’ Bureau in Belfast & Northern Ireland. If you are unfortunate enough to become involved in a road traffic accident with an uninsured vehicle or a hit &...

Electric scooters and the Law in Northern Ireland

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E-scooters and the law in Northern Ireland

Are electric scooters legal Northern Ireland? Let’s discuss. Electronic scooters have risen notably in popularity, offering an emission-free and economical method of travel. Retailers have enjoyed significant increases in sales...

Whiplash: How much compensation could I get?

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Whiplash Claims: How much compensation could I get in Belfast & Northern Ireland?

Whiplash is the most common injury on the roads McCartan Turkington Breen has one of the busiest personal injury claims departments in all of Northern Ireland. We offer Road Traffic...

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Six things you need to know before selling your house

Six points to consider before selling your house Have you ever noticed that there are many useful resources and an abundance of guides for purchasing your first property but very...

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You have the right to ask for flexible working

Flexible working in Belfast & Northern Ireland For many employers and employees, the COVID-19 lockdowns showed that employee flexibility was a viable way to continue to operate. Flexible working offers...

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A guide on whiplash claims in Belfast & Northern Ireland

What is whiplash? Whiplash is the name given to soft tissue injuries that result from a sudden jerk of the back and neck. It’s named after the snapping motion required...

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Pre-nuptial agreement clauses for pets

Pre-nups for pets? Let’s get into it… One will be aware of the increase in divorce and separation during recent times due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, hand in paw...

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The dangers of third party capture

Third party insurers rarely have your best interest at heart It is not uncommon for insurance companies or other organisations to contact you shortly after an accident in the hope...

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Copyright: Can I use someone else’s photo?

We have all seen those copies of National Geographic or Time magazine with dog-ears and ripped pages that seem to adorn the corners of waiting rooms in doctors’ and dentists’...

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NI hospitals: Over 9,000 patients contacted in review

BBC News NI reports: More than 9,000 patients in Northern Ireland have been contacted in a review of a radiologist who analysed images such as x-rays, ultrasounds, CT scans and...

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Drink drivers to be automatically offered rehabilitation course

BBC News NI reports: From Monday 28th June 2021, any individual convicted of a drink driving offence in Northern Ireland will be automatically given the opportunity to undertake rehabilitation training. Completion...