top of page

Civil Cases

The Supreme Court of Bermuda

Traffic

JAHQUILLE STOWE v. THE QUEEN

Jahquille Stowe was convicted of driving without due care and attention after colliding with a van. He appealed the conviction challenging the magistrate's factual findings and the sufficiency of reasons for the decision. The case involved the discretion to permit a 'McKenzie friend' to address the Court.

2016

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Commercial

In the Matter of FDG Electric Vehicles Limited (Provisional Liquidators Appointment)

Application for appointment of Joint Provisional Liquidators (JPLs) under s.170(2) of the Companies Act 1981 for restructuring and creditor protection.

2020

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Divorce

BJ v. J (Re: K ? Permanent Removal)

Parents married in Bermuda in December 2002 child 'K' born in 2004 divorce finalized January 2010. Mother seeks to relocate to Australia with K Father opposes. History of joint custody with provisions for K's residence and schooling in both Bermuda and France

2013

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

Ayo Kimathi and David Tucker v. The Attorney-General for Bermuda et al.

Challenge to ban of Ayo Kimathi for 'hate speech' complaint to Human Rights Commission about lecture statements

2017

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

Jones v. Stewart Technology Services Ltd

Breach of contract over profit distribution rights related to Insigne Consulting Inc. and Stewart Technology Services Ltd concealment of profits jurisdiction issues

2017

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Human Rights

In the matter of the inaction of the Registrar General with regards to a notice of marriage

The case addresses the costs arising from a substantive Judicial Review concerning the refusal to process a marriage notice for a same-sex couple

2017

The Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

IN THE MATTER OF LEHMAN RE LTD AND IN THE MATTER OF THE COMPANIES ACT 1981 AND IN THE MATTER OF THE INSURANCE ACT 1978

Summary: Pulsar Re a creditor of Lehman Re sought to use documents obtained in Bermuda proceedings in a New York case against Lehman Brothers Holdings Inc. and Lehman Commercial Paper Inc. The court had to decide whether Pulsar Re could be released from an implied confidentiality undertaking to use these documents. The court ruled in favor of allowing Pulsar Re to use the documents emphasizing that the documents were not disclosed through traditional litigation discovery and were intended to resolve a dispute between creditors regarding the distribution of a key asset in Lehman Re's liquidation.

2011

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Criminal

Paul Douglas Martin v. Government of the United States of America

Martin a Bermudian was indicted in the US for vehicular assault (2006) absconded to Bermuda faced extradition request (2018) and appealed against extradition order

2020

Court of Appeal for Bermuda

Criminal

David Jahwell Cox v. The Queen

Cox convicted for murder and firearm use sentenced to life imprisonment. Case involves gang rivalry and eyewitness testimony.

2012

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

Philip Perinchief v. The Public Service Commission His Excellency The Governor The Attorney-General

Philip Perinchief applied for the post of Solicitor General after serving in various legal capacities including as Attorney-General. Despite being the only Bermudian applicant among shortlisted candidates the post was awarded to Barrie McKay a non-Bermudian following a selection process involving an interviewing committee and the Public Service Commission's recommendation to the Governor

2009

Supreme Court of Bermuda Appellate Jurisdiction

Contract

Brandon J Thompson v. Harold J Darrell

Thompson sued Darrell for deductions from pay for health insurance and pension benefits not provided

2016

The Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

KATE THOMSON v. JAMES THOMSON AND COLONIAL INSURANCE COMPANY LIMITED

The case involved a road traffic accident on January 15 2006 causing serious injuries to the Plaintiff Kate Thomson due to the 1st Defendant's negligence. The 2nd Defendant Colonial Insurance Company Limited was found liable post-trial. The issue of lost UK NHS pension contributions due to the accident was contested.

2015

PROPERTY OFFENCES

​​

PROPERTY OFFENCES

​​

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

SELECT AN AREA

Transparent Texture
Learn more:
Dive Deeper
  • 145
    Page 105

EPHESIANS 6:16

Hindsight law can make mistakes. Consider checking original case studies

bottom of page