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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.

Patrick-Gardner, Deborah v The Public Service Commission and the Attorney General

Civil Procedure – Disclosure – Specific Disclosure – Nature and Import of Pleadings – Criteria for Ordering Specific Disclosure – Whether documents requested are directly relevant to the issues in dispute – Whether documents requested are in the defendant’s possession or under its control – Whether an Order for specific disclosure is necessary in order to dispose of the claim fairly or to save costs – Civil Procedure Rules, 2002, Rule 28.1, 28.2, 28.6, 28.7 – Staff Orders for the Public Service, order 2.4(i).

Walker, Ramone v The Commissioner of Police and the Attorney General

Judicial Review – Application for leave to apply for Judicial Review – Part 56 of the Civil Procedure Rules – Relevant test – Was correct procedure followed on application for re-enlistment – Was the hearing conducted fairly – Legitimate Expectation – Breach of Natural Justice – Delay in filing application – Is there a good reason to grant an extension of time.

Central Dealers Limited, Orville Henriques and Manchester Rifle and Pistol Club Limited et al v The Firearm Licensing Authority

Application for Interim Injunction –– Factors to be considered in granting Interim Injunction –– Serious issues to be tried –– Whether damages are an adequate remedy –– Balance of convenience –– American Cyanamid test.

Gillespie, Andre v Lewis, Andrene and Romaine Gray

Application to set aside default judgment – Rule 13 of the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR) – Requirements to set aside default judgment – Real prospect of success in defending claim is foremost consideration – Applicant must have acted promptly and have a good explanation for failure to comply – Court still has discretion to set aside judgment where application not prompt and there is no good explanation.

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