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Irish firms show a mixed attitude to safeguarding their data, but there are compelling reasons for regularly backing up important files so that information can be quickly and easily recovered. Gordon Smith tests the safety net Saving for a rainy day 30 As the economic climate changes, so do the challenges of managing your finances. David Rouse looks at some of the issues and provides food for thought about the sound management of your personal finances The best will in the world 34 Not every child dissatisfied with the terms of a parent’s will has a cause of action pursuant to section 117 of the Succession Act 1965. Rita Considine points out some important things to remember Balance of probabilities 38 In the first of two articles on legal liability for hospital- 34 acquired infections, Rody O’Brien examines the concept of causation and relevant British case law Bending over backwards 42 It is commonly believed that the Labour Relations Commission’s Code of Practice on Access to Part-time Work is not legally binding. Though true in theory, the reality is quite different. Colm O’Connor assesses your flexi-time request Hail to the chief 46 As CEO of the Courts Service for almost ten years, PJ Fitzpatrick has overseen the transformation of the system into a modern, 21st century organisation. The Gazette spoke to