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

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

The Hon. Mrs. Andrea Pettigrew-Collins

Higgins, Marlan (Executor of Estate of Egbert Higgins) v Christie, Sherman

Whether claimant authorized to initiate proceedings by himself - Whether Agreement for Sale between deceased and defendant remained a valid agreement - Whether counterclaim statute barred - Whether executor should be made to transfer property to defendant - Whether executor entitled to mesne profit - Whether executor estopped from seeking recovery of possession.

Davis, Uriel v University of the West Indies

Negligence - Whether defendant provided a safe system of work, safe place of work and safe equipment - Whether defendant in breach of duty – Causation - Quantum of damages.

Pindling, Sharon v Spence, Derrick

Whether the provisions of the Property Rights of Spouses Act are applicable – Whether the disputed property is the family home – Whether provisions of section 14(2) of the PROSA relevant – Whether the principles of constructive and/or resulting trust are applicable.

Simpson, Violet v Rochester, Winthrop

Whether the claimant is entitled to declarations sought - Whether claimant entitled to injunction - Whether claimant’s pleaded case and evidence support remedies sought

Francis, Carlton v Edwards, Beatrice; Edwards, Sylvanus et al

Whether property held on trust - Whether joint tenancy severed - Admissibility of statements contained in document purporting to be affidavit which was not properly executed - Whether claimant's interest in property extinguished by virtue of provisions of Limitation of Actions Act - Whether it was necessary to bring claim against Attorney-at-law in possession of duplicate certificate of title.

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