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.

2016

Mayne, Gregory v Atherton, Julie and Atherton, Richard

Enforcement of money judgment – Application for sale of land – Land jointly owned by judgment debtor and another – Whether the legislative framework provides for severance - Application for judgment summons – Means of judgment debtor

Stanigar-Reid, Sonia v Yee, Robert; Yee, Gary Lloyd and Crystal Bakery et al

Trusts - Constructive Trusts - Creation of trust - Whether an alleged declaration made by the deceased created a beneficial interest by the Claimant acting to her detriment.
Evidence - Whether an alleged declaration by the deceased is an admissible as an exception to the hearsay rule as being a declaration against pecuniary interest

Smith, Judith v Advantage General Insurance Company Limited

Motor vehicle accident – Motor vehicle insurance – Judgment in default entered in favour of Claimant against owner of motor vehicle as well as driver – Court’s refusal of insurer’s application for declaration to avoid policy of insurance – Whether insured should be allowed to employ same defence as used in the application for declaration – Whether issue estoppel or res judicata arises – Whether insurer should be held liable to indemnify Claimant in respect of judgment debt – Motor Vehicles Insurance (Third Party Risks) Act, Section 18(1)

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Strategic Plan for the Jamaican Judiciary 2024-2028