Civil Cases
The Supreme Court of Bermuda
Civil
Linda Sharon Swan v. Gordon Ricky Woolridge trading as Phoenix Law Chambers
The Plaintiff Linda Sharon Swan was the Defendant law firm's first client engaged in a civil property dispute not resolved in her favour incurred legal fees over $170000 and sought to recover approximately $65000 for overpaid interest. The Defendant Gordon Ricky Woolridge claimed unpaid fees and interest. The dispute centered on whether Swan agreed to a 5% per month interest rate. Trial revealed no binding agreement for this rate leading to Swan's victory.
2014
The Court of Appeal for Bermuda
Human Rights
The Minister of Home Affairs et al v Tavares
summary of Paula Tavares born in Bermuda does not possess Bermudian status due to her parents' status. Married to Marco Tavares a Portuguese citizen living in Bermuda since 1998. Faced employment restrictions due to lack of Bermudian status. Filed for judicial review against the Minister?s refusal to allow her to work in Bermuda without restrictions and other related issues
2018
The Supreme Court of Bermuda
Divorce
R. C. J. v S. F. J.
The Petitioner sought a property adjustment order for properties in Bermuda and Memphis Tennessee following divorce. The properties include the former matrimonial home and a property in Memphis. The Petitioner paid the mortgage for the Bermuda property and the Respondent purchased the Memphis property where she lives with their children. The properties' agreed values are $500000 (Bermuda) and $240000 (Memphis) with respective mortgages of $240000 and $278214.
2012
PROPERTY OFFENCES
PROPERTY OFFENCES
VIOLENT OFFENCES
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Assault (Common Assault, ABH, GBH)
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Wounding
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Robbery
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Kidnapping / Unlawful Confinement
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Manslaughter
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Murder
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Attempted Murder
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Threats to Kill
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Harassment
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Stalking
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Criminal Intimidation
PUBLIC ORDER & ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE
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Affray
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Violent Disorder
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Public Nuisance
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Perverting the Course of Justice
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Perjury
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Escape from Lawful Custody
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Misconduct in Public Office
PROPERTY OFFENCES
SEXUAL OFFENCES
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Rape
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Sexual Assault
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Unlawful Carnal Knowledge
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Incest
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Indecent Assault
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Possession of Indecent Images of Children
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Grooming
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Voyeurism
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Sexual Exploitation of a Child
PROPERTY OFFENCES
DRUG OFFENCES
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Possession of Controlled Drugs
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Possession with Intent to Supply
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Trafficking in Controlled Drugs
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Importation of Controlled Drugs
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Cultivation of Cannabis
PROPERTY OFFENCES
VEHICLE & TRAFFIC OFFENCES
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Dangerous Driving
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Careless Driving
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Driving Whilst Impaired (DUI / Alcohol or Drugs)
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Failing to Stop or Report an Accident
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Driving Whilst Disqualified
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Driving Without Insurance
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Speeding
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Vehicle Violations (General - lights, tyres, etc.)
PROPERTY OFFENCES
MISCELLANEOUS OFFENCES
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Trespassing
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Carrying an Offensive Weapon
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Possession of Bladed/Pointed Article
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Domestic Violence
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Breach of Protection Order
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COVID Regulation Breach (during the Emergency Powers period)
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Money Laundering
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Child Abuse
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Animal Cruelty
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