Criminal Cases
The Supreme Court of Bermuda
Commercial
Mexico Infrastructure Finance LLC v Corporation of Hamilton [2019] UKPC 2, Nykredit Mortgage Bank v Edward Erdman Ltd [1997] 1 WLR 1627 (HL), White v Jones [1995] 2 AC 207
Fidelity National Title Insurance Company sued Trott & Duncan for professional negligence, claiming the firm failed to properly advise on the enforceability of a mortgage and guarantee related to an $18M loan given for the failed Par-La-Ville hotel project. The Plaintiff alleged that the law firm?s negligence resulted in issuing title insurance without the proper legal caveats, exposing them to financial loss. The Defendant sought to strike out the claim, arguing that no cause of action existed.
2019
The Supreme Court of Bermuda
Civil
First Bermuda Group Ltd v. Gregory Edward Troy Burgess
The case revolves around an application to set aside a default judgment against Burgess for failing to pay mortgage debts to First Bermuda. The judgment included payment of $2456232.50 and enforcement of the mortgage by sale. Burgess argued the loans were obtained through fraud by a project manager Nicholas Wallington alleged to be the bank's agent and possibly involving bank employees.
2012
SUPREME COURT OF BERMUDA
Criminal
BRIAN FUBLER and ANGELA FUBLER v. KATHERINE MELINDA THOMAS
Plaintiffs claimed damages for fraudulent misrepresentation in the sale of a nursery school alleging misrepresentation of student numbers and the school's financial health. Defendant disputed these claims stating correct student numbers were communicated and financial health was not misrepresented
2009
The Supreme Court of Bermuda
Civil
MFP-2000 LP v Viking Capital Limited & Misa Investments Limited
Viking Capital & Misa intended to acquire MFP-2000?s shares in Viking River Cruises Limited; issued a section 103 notice; before acquisition sold all shares to Viking Cruises Ltd raising issue whether they could still acquire MFP-2000's shares
2014
Supreme Court of Bermuda
Civil
Dr FGH vs. The Chairman of the Bermuda Dental Board and The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Health and Seniors
The case centers on an appeal by Dr FGH against decisions to remove him from the dental register for alleged professional misconduct focusing on the fairness of the hearing and jurisdiction over management/administration allegations
2017
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
PROPERTY OFFENCES
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