I have been keeping a close eye on the trial of Michael Lynn, former solicitor, who is accused of theft of approximately €27m from various lending institutions. Closing speeches commenced yesterday and I think they are to be completed today. Then it will be up to the jury as to whether he will be convicted… Continue reading The Michael Lynn (solicitor) theft case
Mask discrimination cases at the WRC, professional representation and personal views
I have published a new video on my YouTube channel this morning. It is about a man who brought a case of discrimination to the Workplace Relations Commission claiming he was discriminated against as he was excluded from a hardware store in Galway. He claimed he was exempt from the requirement to wear a mask.… Continue reading Mask discrimination cases at the WRC, professional representation and personal views
The email problem continues and worsens
I’m still struggling with the demands of my email inbox. I have written about this problem at least twice previously. But the problem does not go away; if anything, it gets worse. I know I am my own worst enemy by responding so quickly to emails. This creates an expectation on the part of the… Continue reading The email problem continues and worsens
Reading Tolstoy-an antidote to the simplicity and brevity required in online writing
I am overdosing on Leo Tolstoy at the moment. I am reading “War and Peace” and listening to “Anna Karenina”. I am thoroughly enjoying both books, notwithstanding that I have read both previously. Tolstoy’s writing is so beautiful, clear, accessible, and subtle that his books, like most classic novels, are worth returning to again and… Continue reading Reading Tolstoy-an antidote to the simplicity and brevity required in online writing
It took 26 uploads but was still time well spent
I spent most of yesterday (Sunday) morning uploading audio files to the ACX.com platform. The files were the audio version of a little book of mine called “How to Carry Out a Disciplinary Procedure in the Workplace” which I had recorded in about twenty minutes on my lunch break on Friday. Each file I uploaded… Continue reading It took 26 uploads but was still time well spent
Lil Baby and Lil Durk-is comparison with Tolstoy and Dostoevsky that far-fetched?
I listen to a lot of rap music nowadays, and have done for the last few years. I particularly like the grimy, trap type stuff from guys who have transitioned from selling drugs to selling rap records/downloads. One of the things I love about this type of music from guys like Polo G, Lil Baby,… Continue reading Lil Baby and Lil Durk-is comparison with Tolstoy and Dostoevsky that far-fetched?
The greatest satisfaction comes from the little, unexpected moments
Did you ever notice that the things that give you the most pleasure in life come out of the blue and could be described as little, unassuming things? Not the big hullabaloo associated with winning a championship or getting fantastic results in exams but something unexpected that just gives you a sense of quiet satisfaction.… Continue reading The greatest satisfaction comes from the little, unexpected moments
A valuable reminder from the Michael Lynn €27m theft trial about cross-examination
I am keeping an eye on the media reports about the Michael Lynn trial in the criminal courts going on at the moment. Lynn is a former solicitor, now struck off, who is accused of the theft of approximately €27 million from various banks. He was heavily involved in property development and investment at the… Continue reading A valuable reminder from the Michael Lynn €27m theft trial about cross-examination
Taking rude good health for granted
I have been buckled over for the last two days with tremendous pains in my stomach. The pain was so bad that it actually affected my mobility and ability to walk. I think now I know the source of it-something I consumed-but the presence of the incessant, piercing pain during my ordinary working day was… Continue reading Taking rude good health for granted
Employers needlessly losing unfair dismissal case
One of the recurrent themes in successful unfair dismissal claims by employees is the matter of fair procedures and process. A large number of cases are lost by employers not on account of a want of justification for the dismissal. But as a consequence of failing to apply proper, or any, procedures in the process… Continue reading Employers needlessly losing unfair dismissal case