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Civil Cases

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Divorce

R v O

Father filed for divorce and to prevent child from leaving Bermuda. Mother contested jurisdiction claiming Canada as the appropriate forum due to their habitual residence and ongoing proceedings there. Father argued Bermuda's jurisdiction citing the child's and parties' presence in Bermuda and the need for local adjudication of welfare and custody.

2023

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

Trustee 1 Trustee 2 Trustee 3 Trustee 4 v. The Attorney General Respondent 2 Respondent 3

The case involves applications for disclosure by the second defendant in Beddoe proceedings initiated by the plaintiffs (Trustees) regarding trust management

2014

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

Wanda Ann Pedro & Jennifer Pedro v. Rosemarie Gail Pedro & HSBC Bank Bermuda Limited

Trust dispute over property ownership mortgage agreements mental capacity of signatories breach of trust and fiduciary duties

2019

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Commercial

In the Matter of Omnia Ltd

Omnia Ltd incorporated as Sage Life (Bermuda) Ltd in 2000 underwent several changes and was acquired by PBX in 2017. The court examined if Omnia established segregated accounts for investments made in or policies issued by it specifically the Policy and shares in Liffey International Holdings Limited managed by Stonehage for the Ackerman-Robins family since 2002

2023

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Criminal

Walita Brangman v The Queen

Brangman convicted for conspiracy to import cocaine drugs hidden in tamarind balls questioned relationship with co-conspirator Fenaroli

2018

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

Marcus Uddin v The Commissioner of Police

Marcus Uddin a probationary police officer was dismissed by the Commissioner of Police during his probationary period despite being on an informal action plan to address performance deficiencies. Uddin's dismissal occurred before the action plan's completion and without fair process raising issues of lawfulness fairness and procedural irregularity.

2023

The Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

Jo-Ann Philpott v. Juan Wolffe & Adrian Cooke

The case concerned whether charges against the plaintiff for several offences were time-barred. The magistrate had ruled they were not based on when the DPP first became aware of the facts sufficient to justify proceedings. The main legal question was whether the knowledge of the police could be attributed to the DPP and if a certificate by someone other than the DPP indicating the date facts came to the DPP's notice complied with section 452(1) of the Criminal Code.

2011

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

ANTONIO PIMENTEL DA COSTA v. CHRISTOPHER CARTER and BF&M GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY LIMITED

Collision on 1st January 2016 causing extensive injuries to Da Costa. Carter driving a car previously insured under BF&M hit Da Costa. Carter admitted liability but disputed damage quantum. BF&M denied coverage claiming policy was cancelled upon car's ownership transfer to Carter who was also convicted of impaired driving

2017

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Employment

Gorham s Limited v. David Robinson

Dispute over whether Robinson dismissed by Gorham s was on probation or a permanent employee at dismissal time

2022

Supreme Court of Bermuda Civil Jurisdiction Commercial Court

Commercial

Hiscox Services Ltd et al v. Yuval Abraham

Defendant CFO of Plaintiff's company accused of transferring company funds to personal accounts

2018

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Constitutional

KRISTOPHER DYLAN GIBBONS -v- THE ATTORNEY GENERAL

Challenge against section 190 of the Criminal Code Act 1907 as unconstitutional for sexual offences by those aged 21 or older

2014

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

Equal Opportunities in Sport v Bermuda Amateur Swimming Association

The case questions if individuals deemed to belong to Bermuda under its constitution are considered citizens or nationals for international sports eligibility specifically in CCCAN events. The plaintiffs are minors children of naturalised citizens challenging their eligibility to represent Bermuda.

2018

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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