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Civil Cases

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Administrative

Kenith Clifton Bulford & John Bernell Jefferis v. Commissioner of Police

Applicants sought judicial review against refusal to permit operating Crown & Anchor tables at Cup Match based on character assessments and undisclosed police intelligence. They argued the refusal lacked lawful authority under the Liquor License Act 1974.

2015

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Divorce

Lionel D. Parker v Gail K. Parker

Long marriage separation in 2015 dispute over matrimonial home and other assets

2024

The Supreme Court of Bermuda (Appellate Jurisdiction)

Immigration

Nigel Paul Clark v. The Minister of Home Affairs Supreme of Bermuda

Nigel Clark applied for a Permanent Resident�s Certificate (PRC) on 28 July 2010, arguing that he had been ordinarily resident in Bermuda since June 22, 1989, based on steps he took to establish residency before physically moving. The Minister of Home Affairs denied the application, stating his residency did not commence before 31 July 1989. The Immigration Appeal Tribunal (IAT) upheld this decision on 26 September 2014. Clark appealed, arguing that (1) his pre-July 1989 visits and commitments should count as establishing ordinary residence, and (2) the Minister misapplied the legal test for "ordinary residence."

2016

The Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

GRACE-ANN FOX (t/a Mini Mega Transport Services) v. THE MINISTER OF TRANSPORT

Plaintiff claims damages for misrepresentation due to alleged approval of operating permit for minibuses but only importation was approved

2015

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

Brian S Alkon -and- The Queen

Brian Alkon driving his vehicle collided with Charles Craig Attridge causing significant injuries. Alkon did not see Attridge prior to pulling out from a junction leading to the accident. Alkon later expressed apologies but denied fault. Evidence and testimonies varied focusing on the visibility positions and actions leading up to the collision.

2023

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Employment

David Dumont vs. Bermuda College

The Plaintiff employed as a Facilities and Security Supervisor claimed damages for breach of contract alleging the Defendant refused to pay him for being 'on-call' outside normal working hours.

2018

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

Winston Godwin and Greg DeRoche v The Registrar General The Attorney-General The Minister of Home Affairs Human Rights Commission Preserve Marriage Bermuda Limited

Same-sex couple denied marriage license in Bermuda challenging the decision based on anti-discrimination laws

2017

Supreme Court of Bermuda Commercial Court

Civil

In the Matter of the Companies Act 1981 Saad Investments Company Limited In Official Liquidation and Singularis Holdings Ltd In Official Liquidation

The case involves winding-up proceedings for Saad Investments Company Ltd and Singularis Holdings Ltd with an application for examination and production of documents from their former auditor PricewaterhouseCoopers Exempted under Section 195 of the Companies Act 1981

2013

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Criminal

Kethyio Whitehurst v. Fiona Miller

The Appellant was convicted of violently resisting arrest after a trial where he was acquitted of other charges

2017

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Traffic

Sherman Taylor v Fiona Miller (Police Sergeant)

Taylor convicted for impaired driving and failing to provide a breath sample challenged based on legal representation and medical condition affecting ability to comply with breath test

2017

Supreme Court of Bermuda Civil Jurisdiction (Commercial Court)

Commercial

In The Matter of C & J Energy Services Ltd. and In The Matter of C & J Corporate Services (Bermuda) Ltd. no judge listed Supreme of Bermuda

C & J Energy Services Ltd. and its subsidiary, C & J Corporate Services (Bermuda) Ltd., filed for winding-up in Bermuda as part of a global debt restructuring estimated at $1.38 billion. The companies were also involved in Chapter 11 proceedings in the United States Bankruptcy Court (USBC) in Texas, alongside Canadian ancillary proceedings under the Companies' Creditors Arrangement Act (CCAA). The Bermuda court had to determine whether to recognize the USBC restructuring plan, approve a winding-up order, and allow an accelerated liquidation process.

2017

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

Leighton Griffiths v The Attorney-General of Bermuda The Chairman of the Parole Board The Minister of National Security The Minister for Home Affairs

Leighton Griffiths a Jamaican national married to a Bermudian convicted of drug offenses sentenced to 12 years denied parole and threatened with deportation challenges the constitutionality of his parole denial and potential deportation

2015

PROPERTY OFFENCES

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PROPERTY OFFENCES

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VIOLENT OFFENCES

  • Assault (Common Assault, ABH, GBH)

  • Wounding

  • Robbery

  • Kidnapping / Unlawful Confinement

  • Manslaughter

  • Murder

  • Attempted Murder

  • Threats to Kill

  • Harassment

  • Stalking

  • Criminal Intimidation

PUBLIC ORDER & ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE

  • Affray

  • Violent Disorder

  • Public Nuisance

  • Perverting the Course of Justice

  • Perjury

  • Escape from Lawful Custody

  • Misconduct in Public Office

PROPERTY OFFENCES

SEXUAL OFFENCES

  • Rape

  • Sexual Assault

  • Unlawful Carnal Knowledge

  • Incest

  • Indecent Assault

  • Possession of Indecent Images of Children

  • Grooming

  • Voyeurism

  • Sexual Exploitation of a Child

PROPERTY OFFENCES

DRUG OFFENCES

  • Possession of Controlled Drugs

  • Possession with Intent to Supply

  • Trafficking in Controlled Drugs

  • Importation of Controlled Drugs

  • Cultivation of Cannabis

PROPERTY OFFENCES

VEHICLE & TRAFFIC OFFENCES

  • Dangerous Driving

  • Careless Driving

  • Driving Whilst Impaired (DUI / Alcohol or Drugs)

  • Failing to Stop or Report an Accident

  • Driving Whilst Disqualified

  • Driving Without Insurance

  • Speeding

  • Vehicle Violations (General - lights, tyres, etc.)

PROPERTY OFFENCES

MISCELLANEOUS OFFENCES

  • Trespassing

  • Carrying an Offensive Weapon

  • Possession of Bladed/Pointed Article

  • Domestic Violence

  • Breach of Protection Order

  • COVID Regulation Breach (during the Emergency Powers period)

  • Money Laundering

  • Child Abuse

  • Animal Cruelty

PROPERTY OFFENCES

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