Topic: courts
EY Report update: Few job cuts, less outsourcing in gov’t plan
Although proposals will initially lead to few job losses and no outsourcing of functions to the private sector, the Cayman Islands government announced Monday that it would seek to move forward with a total of 51 recommendations derived from a 2014 consultant report.
Cayman judge elected VP of international group
Cayman Islands Judge Richard Williams has been elected for the second time as vice president of the Caribbean Region of the Commonwealth Magistrates and Judges Association.
Police briefs
An off-duty Royal Cayman Islands Police officer was injured following a vehicle collision in Lower Valley Wednesday night.
Legal aid reform bill approved
Changes to Cayman’s legal aid system, which have been debated for more than a decade, were approved by a majority of Legislative Assembly members Wednesday amid concerns that the government was blurring lines of separation between elected politicians and the judiciary.
New system impacts court cases
A system of “case management” has been introduced in the Summary Court as a way to move criminal cases through the court process with reduced delays and improved efficiency.
Legal ganja no cash crop for Cayman
New legalized marijuana retailers in the United States, and the potential legal consequences for the Cayman Islands financial services industry, provide a ready reminder of our islands’ interconnectedness with the wider world.
Busy week of bills for lawmakers
The Cayman Islands Legislative Assembly is set to be inundated this week with bills seeking massive change to the country’s business culture and its political election system.
Law professor condemns UK silence on gay 'hate speech'
The professor at the center of a gay rights case in the Cayman Islands told a conference for international lawyers that he believes the United Kingdom is failing to meet its responsibilities with respect to human rights for homosexuals in the Overseas Territories.
Premier: EY report 'review' almost complete
The Cayman Islands government has nearly completed its year-long review of a consulting report that sought to both downsize and improve efficiency of the public sector.
Simpson grabs every chance to flag how good he is
Deandre Simpson has to be one of the most elusive players in Cayman flag football.
Legal aid bill sets $20K initial fee limit
An initial limit of $20,000 per case is proposed in the latest attempt by the Cayman Islands government to rewrite legislation governing its legal aid services budget.
'Not enough evidence' in Little Cayman robbery
Nearly two years after five men arrived via boat on the shores of Cayman’s smallest island to rob a convenience store, no charges have been filed in the case.
'Reflections' on the cost of crime in Cayman
Limited operating hours. Magnetically sealed doors. Security officers. Guard dogs. Closed-circuit television cameras ...
The big, risky Baha Mar bet
Due to delays and bankruptcy proceedings, the envisioned “Bahamian Riviera” is foundering, and threatens to drag the Bahamas’ economy down with it.
Baha Mar provisional liquidators appointed
The Bahamas Supreme Court has approved the appointment of provisional liquidators for the country’s bankrupt multi-hotel tourist resort Baha Mar.
Caledonian depositors will receive about 90 cents on the dollar
Creditors of Caledonian will recover most of their money, according to the Cayman bank’s liquidators.
Baines: Legal aid cap would reduce delays
Reforming legal aid would help reduce delays clogging up the courts, according to Police Commissioner David Baines.
Criminal justice report: What it really says
The U.K. adviser's new report on criminal justice in the Cayman Islands is rather "understated." But that doesn't mean we should understate its importance.
Judge nullifies Brady's four-game 'DeflateGate' suspension
U.S. District Court Judge Richard M. Berman on Thursday nullified the four-game suspension given to New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady by the NFL over the DeflateGate case.
Police commissioner backs calls for speedy justice
A system of on-the-spot fines and formal warnings should be used to deal with low-level offenses, including smoking ganja, Police Commissioner David Baines said.
Comins did CrossFit on vacation
Gill Comins is one of those annoying people who is so super-fit that even when on vacation they spend most of their time in a gym.
Gay couple challenge Immigration decision
A gay law professor and his husband are at the center of a possible test case, challenging the “unequal” treatment of homosexual couples in the Cayman Islands.
Judicial 'slapdown': Government better pay attention
Did you hear that? It might sound like the fall of a gavel — but if you listen more closely, you may recognize the noise of floodgates opening.
Review calls for domestic violence court
A specialist domestic violence court to fast-track a growing number of abuse cases has been proposed by a review of the Cayman Islands criminal justice system.
An argument AGAINST the Labour Relations Bill
An argument against the proposed Labour Relations Bill, 2015 submitted by James Bergstrom.
The costs of compliance: What will labor law require?
Cayman's businesses will have to spend time and money figuring out the latest rendition of government's employment requirements.
Demand notices sent on dozens of properties
Since the beginning of the year, demand notices have been issued by Cayman Islands financial institutions on 39 properties that hold a total of $8.45 million in loans.
Stafford battles into Caribbean Championships squash final
Cayman’s only pro squash player, Cameron Stafford, battled through to the final of the men’s Caribbean Championships.
Audit slams Nation Building expenses
A report by Cayman's auditor general is highly critical of the former Nation Building Fund, but the country's former premier defends the program.
Premier says conspiracy evidence fabricated, signatures forged
Evidence intended to be used to disprove Cayman Islands Premier Alden McLaughlin’s case during the course of an upcoming civil trial is fabricated and, in some cases, contains forged signatures, the premier alleged.
Auditor General Swarbrick resigns, to remain in job until October
Alastair Swarbrick, the Cayman Islands auditor general for the last five years, announced his resignation Wednesday morning just as he was on the receiving end of some sharp public criticism from Cayman’s political opposition leader.
Australian tax data exchange unlawful, court rules
The Cayman Islands Tax Information Authority acted unlawfully when it handed over a trove of documents on two Cayman registered companies to Australian investigators, the Court of Appeal has ruled.
Children's Corner at hospital gets makeover
The children’s corner at General Practice Clinic is now a fun and colorful space for youngsters getting medical attention at Health Services Authority.
Cayman hosts squash elite again
Cayman became a magnet for world class squash players for a time as elite level tournaments were held here, including the World Open in 2012.
Greater protection for children to come into effect
Changes to the Children Law rules, designed to protect children in family disputes from being removed without authorization from Cayman, will go into effect on Aug. 3.
Should Cayman follow UK’s lead on home foreclosures?
Local attorney discusses U.K. legislation that was enacted to provide flexibility in cases of pending home foreclosures.
Pocket dials blamed for surge in 911 calls
An increase in “pocket calls” has been blamed for a dramatic rise in 911 calls over the past year.
New senior deputy clerk joins court
Shiona Allenger has joined judicial administration.
Ten-year sentence for workplace rape
Saying that rape by an acquaintance could be just as traumatic as rape by a stranger, Justice Malcolm Swift imposed a sentence of 10 years for a man found guilty at a jury trial earlier this month.
Cayman by the numbers
A collection of facts and figures from the new Cayman Islands Compendium of Statistics.
Burglars steal much more than our possessions
There are few things that will diminish the quality of life in a country more quickly than fear. And that, we are afraid to say, is a direct consequence of the burglaries and break-ins that have been plaguing Grand Cayman in recent weeks.
Shoplifters must pay twice the value of stolen goods
A magistrate orders two shoplifters to pay the store more than double the value of the goods they stole and gave each a conditional discharge.
Two new judges join Court of Appeal
Justices of Appeal Sir Richard Field and Dennis Morrison are sitting for the first time since their appointment to the Cayman Islands Court of Appeal.
Webb extradition: US request likely to take precedence
Swiss authorities must weigh competing extradition requests for Cayman's Jeffrey Webb.
Webb was director of Jack Warner's Cayman company
Jeffrey Webb was a director of Jack Warner’s Cayman company J&D International, which obtained World Cup TV rights and sold them for millions.
Bill seeks to ban pension 'victimization'
Cayman seeks to end retaliation against local workers who report that their pensions aren't being paid.
Prison inspection report: Police holding cells in poor state
A new detention center for police sits empty while a UK inspection report criticizes current conditions for detainees at the George Town police station.
FIFA extradition request deadline looms
The clock is ticking on the extradition of seven FIFA defendants arrested in Switzerland.
Retired judge joins Dinner Martin Attorneys
Retired Grand Court judge Alexander Henderson has returned to private practice, joining Dinner Martin Attorneys.
One man, one vote: Grand Cayman, on the chopping block
A picture says a thousand words. In the case of single-member district voting in the Cayman Islands, we expect the new boundary maps will spark thousands upon thousands of words of discussion.
Cayman's principal education lesson: Subtraction by division
Does Cayman have the will to deal with our "segregated" school system?
Summer activities for Cayman's pre-teens
An overview of some of the multitude of summer camps available for young children in Cayman.
Public health: Cayman's dire case of 'bad debt'
It is highly unlikely the projected $80 million owed to Cayman's public health system will be paid back without coercion. But coercion is precisely what has been missing from the government's approach to debt collection.
Government won't take overdue debts to court
The Cayman Islands government has declined to take people to court over unpaid medical bills since 2010.
Knighthood for Cayman's first Court of Appeal president
Justice Edward Zacca, the first president of the Cayman Islands Court of Appeal, is to be known as Sir Edward following the announcement of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s Birthday Honours.
FIFA defendant wants out of detention
One of the seven FIFA defendants arrested in Switzerland last month says he wants out of detention pending extradition proceedings.
Man found wearing bulletproof vest at airport fined $1,000
Bulletproof vests are illegal without a permit, a man found out when he wore one at the airport.
Cabinet releases case for mental health facility
Cabinet has agreed on the case for the long-awaited residential mental health facility.
Premier: 'Zero tolerance' for corruption
Cayman Islands Premier Alden McLaughlin has defended the islands' reputation in the wake of the FIFA bribery scandal, saying his government takes a “zero tolerance approach to anyone carrying out illicit activities” through the territory.
Baines: Police have money – but problems hiring
The Royal Cayman Islands Police have money to hire more officers, but actually doing so is proving to be a challenge.
Extradition orders from US awaited
There is no sign yet of extradition orders from the U.S. for the seven FIFA defendants being held in Switzerland.
Isy B. shoots campaign in Cayman
Local fashion designer Isy Obi recently shot her latest fashion campaign at a stunning North Side home.
Webb to fight extradition to US, out as president of CONCACAF
U.S. authorities will face a fight over the extradition of seven FIFA officials arrested in Switzerland this week.
Attorney General: Human rights drive up legal aid costs
Cayman's legal aid costs skyrocket as more qualify for legal assistance.
Most child abuse goes unpunished, experts say
The vast majority of sex offenders in the Cayman Islands are getting away with their crimes, according to statistics from police investigators and trauma counselors.
Government training program ups age limit
Five graduates have secured employment from participating in the Passport2Success program.
WHO mental health report cites lack of facility, training
A report from the World Health Organization cites the lack of a national mental health policy and a shortage of beds for psychiatric patients as weaknesses in Cayman’s health system.
Court of Appeal's Justice Mottley retires
Justice Elliot Mottley has retired from the Court of Appeal after 10 years that included notable decisions.
IRS expands use of legal tools against tax evaders
The U.S. Internal Revenue Service is planning to broaden the use of so-called "John Doe" summonses in cases where the name of a taxpayer under investigation is not known.
Financial industry courts talented students
A 12-week career coaching and work experience program is being launched for high-achieving students interested in careers in the financial services industry.
Single bullet costs $1,000
A visitor was ordered to pay $1,000 as the cost of prosecution for the offense of having an unlicensed firearm - a .45 bullet.
In newspapers and courthouses, deadlines matter
All too often, the execution of justice in the Cayman Islands is less "swift" than it is "Swiftian."
