Case Summaries

Harold Darrell alleged discrimination by Bank of Bermuda complaint mishandled by Human Rights Commission

The Appellant (Husband) challenged the decision of Magistrate Maxanne Anderson, who dismissed his application to revoke a Domestic Violence Protection Order (DVPO) under Section 22 of the Domestic Violence (Protection Orders) Act 1997. The order, initially issued as a temporary order on 8 September 2016, was finalized on 3 October 2016 for a duration of 12 months. The Appellant filed his application for revocation on 24 August 2017, but the Magistrate dismissed it on 4 October 2017, ruling that the protection order had already expired and that the Court lacked jurisdiction. The Appellant argued that he filed the application before the expiry date and was entitled to have his case heard.

Dispute over enforcement of an arbitration clause in an employment agreement following an injury claim proceedings initiated in both Bermuda and California

On October 4 2010 Barnett shot Jeremiah Dill in both legs after a confrontation on motorcycles. Barnett was identified by Charmelle Bascome an acquaintance based on clothing motorcycle and physical features. Forensic evidence linked Barnett to the crime through DNA evidence found on a firearm recovered near his residence.

Transfer of CICA Life's business to a Puerto Rico company under Insurance Act 1978 requirements for policyholder notification

Complex international dispute over the MegaFon Stake involving multiple companies and jurisdictions with allegations of money laundering and criminal activity

Married in January 2000 separated in August 2007 one child born in August 1995 wife filed for divorce October 2007 Decree Nisi February 2008 Decree Absolute October 2008 financial support and property contributions during and after marriage detailed husband's and wife's employment and income situations assets and liabilities of both parties including properties and inherited assets

Mr. Brian Moodie (Attorney General?s Chambers)

The action is part of a wider dispute involving shares in a company dividend payments and allotment of shares. The court dismissed the plaintiffs' application to stay the action they commenced granted their application to discharge an interim injunction and granted the defendants' application for an anti-suit injunction against arbitration in Saudi Arabia.

Corporation of Hamilton successfully applied to set aside an order by consent for summary judgment in favor of MIF for $18 million arguing the guarantee was ultra vires

Kadeem Abraham a Corrections' Officer was accused of attempting to convey a cell phone to a prisoner. He was approached by the Chief Corrections' Officer due to certain information received leading to the discovery of a cell phone wrapped in a mayonnaise packet on his person. Abraham claimed he intended to examine the package later not knowing it contained a cell phone.

Dispute over will validity undue influence allegations property inheritance