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Vision 

A world-class judiciary utilizing innovation and technology for efficient service delivery.

Mission

To provide sound, timely judgements and efficient court services in an environment where all stakeholders are valued.

Case Number
2010 HCV 01454
Year
Neutral Citation
[2014] JMSC Civ. 138
Date of Delivery

Employment law  – University – Visitor – Termination of employment – Contractual notice given – Allegation of breach of internal laws and natural justice by uiversity – Visitorial jurisdiction – Whether jurisdiction of court ousted – The University of the West Indies Jamamica Act, SS.5, 11(2).


Defamation  – Libel – Alleged defamatory statement by employee  – Whether university liable – Failure to plead facts relied on  – Consequences  – Civil Procedure Rules (CPR) 8.9 (1) & 8.9 (A).