LIVE STREAM: Swearing-in Ceremony for the Judges for the Michaelmas Term 2025


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. Mr. Justice David Batts

Arthurs, Milton v Tara Estates Limited

Injunction  Nuisance – Noise, dust and smoke, vibrations, water – Construction site – Whether conditions of building approval relevant – Whether action or inaction of planning authorities relevant – Delay in application

Lewis, Denton v Dingwall, Constable Donald; Israel, Constable Orel et al

Assault – False Imprisonment – Malicious Prosecution – Whether reasonable and probable cause – Whether shooting in self defence – Whether warrant in possession of police – Acknowledgment of Service entered for 3rd Defendant only – Whether other Defendants undefended – Damages.

Jamaica Legend Ltd. and Percival Hussey v Port Kaiser Oil Terminal S. A. et al

Application for Interim Payment - Application for Summary Judgment – Whether Doctrine of Privity of Contract abolished – Whether a non-party beneficiary can enforce an agreement – Lease terminated by mutual consent of Lessor and Lessee – Whether a third party can claim damages – Whether assignor of the Lease has locus standi to make a claim.

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Covid-19

Emergency Matters

Emergency Matters

Matrimonial Proceedings

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Strategic Plan

Strategic Plan for the Jamaican Judiciary 2024-2028