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Family Cases

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

Templeman v. Minister for Home Affairs

Appellant born in Bermuda sought Bermudian status under the 1956 Act was denied appealed to the Immigration Appeal Tribunal and then to the Supreme Court

2017

The Supreme Court of Bermuda

Commercial

In The Matter Of NewOcean Energy Holdings Limited

HSBC filed a petition for winding up due to unpaid debts Company sought adjournment for restructuring

2022

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

Apex Construction Management Ltd. & Others v. Pernell Grant

Whether knowledge alone of discriminatory acts by others suffices for liability under the Human Rights Act

2015

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

In The Matter Of The E Trust

Trust governed by Bermudian law administered in Jersey proceedings in Jersey and Bermuda regarding trustee's decision to sell trust asset and removal of trustee

2017

The Supreme Court of Bermuda

Criminal

Fiona M. Miller v Thomas Dixon

Incident occurred on July 6 2016 outside Docksiders Pub and Restaurant during the Euro-2016 tournament celebration leading to a complainant suffering a closed head injury and a mandible fracture

2017

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

Civil

Sean DeSilva v (1) Adam Gibbons and (2) Ryan Heyrana

DeSilva sued Gibbons and Heyrana for breach of contract related to the purchase importation and refurbishment of a motor vessel. Defendants failed to file a defense leading to a default judgment against them. DeSilva appealed the refusal to set aside this judgment.

2021

The Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

HAROLD JOSEPH DARRELL v. A BOARD OF INQUIRY APPOINTED UNDER THE HUMAN RIGHTS ACT 1981 THE MINISTER OF CULTURE AND SOCIAL REHABILITATION HSBC BANK OF BERMUDA LIMITED and the Directors of the Bank of Bermuda Limited

Harold Joseph Darrell alleged racial discrimination by HSBC Bank of Bermuda stemming from a breach of confidentiality and failure to properly address his complaints believed to be due to his race. The matter involved the Board of Inquiry?s decision claims of bias against the Chairman and the nature of the Chairman's relationship with the Bank

2012

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

In the Matter of Gerova Financial Group Limited

Dispute over unpaid debts and claims leading to winding-up petition

2012

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

Civil

Dr Gina Tucker v The Public Service Commission and The Board of Education

Dr Tucker challenged the appointment of Mrs Kalmar Richards as Commissioner of Education claiming the process was void due to illegality seeking a re-run of the recruitment process fairly in accordance with relevant laws

2021

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

MEDLANDS (PTC) LIMITED SPANISH STEPS HOLDINGS LIMITED POINT INVESTMENTS LIMITED v. COMMISSIONER OF THE BERMUDA POLICE SERVICE

The case involves a dispute over a protocol for handling privileged material seized following a US DOJ request. The applicants challenged the lawfulness of the protocol proposed by the Bermuda Police Service for reviewing seized material for privilege. The case focuses on the scope of legal professional privilege the right to a copy of seized material and the appropriateness of the review protocol.

2020

SUPREME COURT OF BERMUDA (COMMERCIAL COURT)

Civil

IN THE MATTER OF UP ENERGY DEVELOPMENT GROUP LIMITED-IN PROVISIONAL LIQUIDATION (FOR RESTRUCTURING PURPOSES)

Dispute over the appointment of JPLs to oversee restructuring of insolvent company divisions among creditors regarding trust in company management and proposed JPLs appointment of one nominee from petitioner and two from company to ensure impartial oversight of restructuring

2016

The Court of Appeal for Bermuda

Civil

Phillip John Perinchief v. The Public Service Commission et al

Whether the application for Judicial Review was filed within the allowable timeframe and if the appointment process violated regulations favoring Bermudians.

2009

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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