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Criminal Cases

Court of Appeal for Bermuda

Criminal

Antoine Anderson v The Queen

Anderson serving life for murder assaulted an inmate resulting in grievous bodily harm

2014

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

Bermuda Hospitals Board v Christine Mullings

BHB charged Mullings for her son's medical care; dispute over DRG Charge

2022

Supreme Court of Bermuda Civil Jurisdiction Commercial Court

Insurance

Argus Insurance Company Limited v P Y M Duclos

Argus Insurance sought to void a motor insurance policy issued to Duclos after a road accident, citing non-disclosure of prior traffic convictions. The Defendant had been convicted of speeding and driving without a valid license, but his wife incorrectly marked "No" on the insurance application. Argus argued that, had they known, they would have denied coverage. The case centered on whether Argus was entitled to rescind the policy or limit its liability to the statutory minimum.

2008

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

Doleta Bean v Anthony Caisey and Keith Wayne Caisey

Estate of Howard Caisey (deceased); dispute over validity of wills (2010 2012) claims of lack of testamentary capacity undue influence by sons Anthony and Keith over father; property at #3 Riviera Road Warwick central

2023

Court of Appeal (Civil Division) on appeal from Supreme Court of Bermuda

Insurance

Credit Suisse Life (Bermuda) Limited v Bidzina Ivanishvili et al

Fraud perpetrated by Patrice Lescaudron on accounts managed by Credit Suisse leading to significant financial losses for Ivanishvili and associated entities

2023

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Criminal

Cadilly Consultants Limited v The Queen

Cadilly Consultants convicted for failing to provide requested tax information appeals conviction and sentence

2015

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

Name of Antonio Pimental Da Costa v Motor Insurers Fund

Da Costa a victim of a road traffic accident caused by an impaired driver sought compensation for injuries and losses

2020

The Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

Cynthia Suzanne Patricia Swan v. Sherlyn Swan-Caisey

Cynthia Swan legal owner of a property in Bermuda seeks an order for possession against Sherlyn Swan-Caisey and Rex Darrell claiming they are trespassers. Swan-Caisey occupies the upper apartment without paying rent and claims a proprietary interest while Darrell occupies the lower apartment and pays rent to Swan-Caisey. The case involves issues of constructive trust proprietary estoppel and adverse possession.

2014

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Constitutional

Corporation of Hamilton v. The Attorney General et al.

The Corporation of Hamilton challenges the Bermuda government's legislative actions converting it to a 'Quango' alleging deprivation of property without compensation and denial of protection of law under sections 1 and 13 of the Bermuda Constitution. The government aims to reform municipal governance for public benefit asserting rationalization and modernization of taxation and services. The court evaluates enforceability of constitutional protections proper scope of governmental control and the balance between municipal autonomy and national interest

2021

The Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

MAHESH SANNAPAREDDY et al v. THE COMMISSIONER OF BERMUDA POLICE SERVICE et al

Conflicts arising from the engagement of two attorneys with Chancery Legal former Attorney-General and Crown Counsel in connection with an ongoing criminal investigation into fraudulent medical practices

2019

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Criminal

The Queen v. Josiah Quinton King

Josiah Quinton King entered a restaurant with a firearm leading to a public disturbance and subsequent arrest. Evidence suggested association with gang activity influencing sentencing

2023

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Commercial

Glendina PTY Limited & Others v. NKWE Platinum Ltd.

The case involves dissenting shareholders' (456 companies and individuals) application for fair value determination of their shares in NKWE Platinum Ltd. following an amalgamation. The company sought discovery from shareholders and additional security for costs. The court discussed the principles for discovery and security for costs in appraisal actions ultimately dismissing the company's applications for general discovery and additional security highlighting the disproportionality and the undue burden on shareholders.

2022

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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EPHESIANS 6:16

Hindsight law can make mistakes. Consider checking original case studies

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