Vision 

A world-class judiciary utilizing innovation and technology for efficient service delivery.

Mission

To provide sound, timely judgements and efficient court services in an environment where all stakeholders are valued.

The Hon. Miss Justice Tricia Hutchinson (Ag.)

Dunkley, Suzie-Ann v Clarke, Errol

Application for Declaration of Ownership – Matrimonial Property – Property other than the family home – Contribution –Section 14 PROSA

Christie, Kereen v Turnbull, Ernest

Effective date of separation – Discussion on application for leave to apply for extension – Effect of other property owned by relevant party – Is application negatively impacted when wrong procedure used within 12 month period – Assessment of contribution of parties to acquisition.

Blake, Evon v Gleaner Company Ltd.

Application for relief from sanctions – Consideration of rule 26.8 – Effect of non-Compliance with orders – Unless order – Good explanation - Delay.

Gardner, Keith v Ogunsalu, Christopher

Application to set aside Default Judgment - Whether incorrect procedure adopted in applying for default judgment-defamation - Actionable remarks - Defences of merit.

Williams, Donnadeen v Den Jon and Pen Ge, Xin

Application to set aside - Substituted service - Enlargement of time - Overriding objective - Importance of time limits - Application to set aside without notice order - Whether insurance company has done enough to bring documents to insured's attention.

Kerr, Myrtle v Kerr, Patrick

Application for recovery of possession – Equitable estoppel – Licensee - Constructive trust – Beneficial interest – Representation – Reliance – Unconscionable detriment.

Reid, Herbert v Reid, Michelle Neita

Slip rule – Liberty to apply – Ambiguities or clarification – In what circumstances can a perfected order be altered – Set off – Can a court overrule the order of a court of concurrent jurisdiction

McCrae, Elsa v Lindo, Derrick

Dispossession by co-owner - Limitations of Actions Act - Factual possession - What constitutes animus possidendi.

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