Case Summaries

The application was for an interim injunction to prevent mandatory quarantine for unvaccinated residents claiming infringement of fundamental rights under the Constitution specifically freedom of movement

Ronald M. Smith the son of the deceased Ronald Percival Smith claimed ownership of Windy Heights property promised to him by his father. His sisters contested asserting the property was part of the estate to be shared equally.

The case concerned a high-value offshore trust dispute involving a multi-billion-dollar family trust. The core dispute arose when one of the beneficiaries, "D9," sought to challenge the terms of a previously agreed trust settlement (Proposal No. 4) by attempting to litigate in an onshore jurisdiction. D2, a senior family member and primary trustee beneficiary, sought enforcement of the November 14, 2011 Order, arguing that the settlement agreement explicitly required Bermuda as the exclusive jurisdiction for trust matters. The Court had to determine whether D9's legal actions undermined the trust structure.

Importation of empty 9mm magazine by Lori Dubell an American visitor leading to her arrest

Mr. Peets sells a second-hand Peugeot 307 with significant undisclosed mechanical issues to Ms. Simons leading to extensive repairs and ultimately a dispute over the condition and sale terms of the vehicle

Plaintiff challenges the validity of several trusts created between 2001 and 2013 under Bermuda law claims assets held under these trusts are due to be held in trust for the heirs of YC Wang or his estate due to issues of authority void for mixed charitable and non-charitable purposes and undue influence

$826000 in cash found in a safe in the Respondent?s hotel room. Respondent an Israeli national believed to reside in China left Bermuda after being acquitted of criminal charges. Cash presumed to represent the proceeds of criminal conduct.

Appeal against unfair trial due to jury selection discrepancy

Digicel Bermuda (Telecommunications West Indies Ltd.) constructed a cellular tower on private property without planning permission. The Development Applications Board (DAB) refused retroactive permission, and the Minister of Environment upheld this refusal. The Appellants argued that the Minister misinterpreted zoning laws and failed to consider alternative regulatory approaches. The Court examined whether the zoning order prohibited the tower and whether the Minister had improperly considered its retroactive nature.

Barbara Eloise Hollis died intestate leaving an estate including property. Dispute between siblings over estate administration and property sale

Dispute over property sale mortgage arrears resolution and bank's consent for sale

Harold Darrell failed to satisfy a debt judgement and did not submit a statement of affairs as required by the Bankruptcy Act 1989. The debt arose from a previous judgment where Darrell was found to owe $427259.47 plus additional costs totaling $597611.49. Despite warnings and additional time granted Darrell failed to comply leading to the application for bankruptcy adjudication.