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.

The Hon. Mrs. Andrea Pettigrew-Collins

Pinnock, Fritz and Reid, Ruel v His Honour Chester Crooks, Chief Judge of Parish Courts

Application to set aside or vary order - Order was made granting leave to apply for
judicial review - Applicant not a party to claim for judicial review - Applicant not
served with application for leave - Whether order ex parte - If order not ex parte can
order be revoked or stayed by a judge of concurrent jurisdiction - Applicant asserts
interest as a party directly affected - Whether order should be varied or set aside.

Berry, Linton v Attorney General

Constitutional Law – Whether breach of constitutional rights – Right to equitable and humane treatment by public authority – Right to enjoy healthy and productive environment – Right to protection from torture, or inhuman or degrading punishment – Whether claimant provided with access to life-saving food and medication, meals and medication in a timely manner and adequate access to medical and dental care.

Dennis, Garnett v Barnes, Newton and Barnes, Sonia

Whether the claimant has acquired rights to a possessory title to the disputed
parcels of land - Whether title fraudulently transferred to the Defendants - Whether
Claimant or defendants entitled to damages for trespass or mesne profits.

White, Vinnett v Brown, Sandra and Grey, Paul Stephen

Negligence – Whether breach of duty of care- whether damage or injury to claimant – Whether claimant can rely on particulars of negligence not pleaded –Rule 8.9A of the Civil Procedure Rules – Whether doctrine of res ipsa loquitur applicable – Inevitable accident.

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