Topic: courts
Cubans give fans golden cheer
The NORCECA Beach Volleyball season has for the last seven years started in Grand Cayman – mainly because it is by consensus the best organized and most picturesque venue on the circuit – and on Sunday it wrapped up with a surprising men’s winner.
Prison attempting to address mental health care gap
There is currently no clinical psychologist on staff at the prison, contributing to delays in providing court ordered assessments and reports for defendants with mental health issues.
Brac aces get more tips to serve and volley better
Two tennis coaches went to Cayman Brac last weekend to drill a keen contingent on the finer points of the sport.
Caledonian: Shortfalls to creditors outlined
The former directors of Caledonian Bank estimate only 40 to 70 percent of most of the bank’s loans will be recovered.
Bridger not interviewed in criminal case
Former Cayman Islands corruption investigator Martin Bridger confirmed this week that he has never been interviewed in connection with a criminal probe that is apparently going forward against him.
Power failure interrupts schools, businesses
Widespread power outages in Grand Cayman resulted in most public schools closing early Tuesday.
Kernohan withdraws claims against Bridger
A 2009 lawsuit filed over the firing of Cayman's former police commissioner is finally brought to a close.
UK judge: Jurisdiction can decide a case
One of the most senior judges in the United Kingdom, speaking to Cayman’s judiciary and legal fraternities last week, said the jurisdiction chosen for a legal dispute can often be the deciding factor for many cases.
Power outage disrupts businesses, traffic, courts
A nearly two-hour power outage Tuesday morning disrupted George Town residents and businesses.
Judge calls for urgent resources to tackle mental health issues
Unsuccessful and ongoing efforts to treat a female robbery defendant for a bipolar disorder and her drug addiction are highlighting deficiencies within Cayman’s ability to treat people with mental health issues, a court heard.
Ironwood developer sued by Turtle Cove contractor
Ironwood developer David Moffitt is being sued by a contractor who claims he failed to pay for work on the Turtle Cove condo units.
Medical malpractice suits hard to win
Anyone injured or killed as a result of a mistake by an employee of the Cayman Islands Health Services Authority faces a very difficult challenge if they seek compensation through the courts, lawyers have warned.
Sentencing set for two employers
Sentencing dates have been set an employer who pleaded guilty to pension-related charges and an employer who admitted refusing to comply with a labor board tribunal order.
RE/MAX Cayman sued over alleged $5 million fraud
Cayman Islands real estate firm RE/MAX is accused in a U.S. lawsuit of participating in a “fraudulent scheme” to scam more than 30 people out of several million dollars.
Caledonian freeze order lowered to $7M
Scope of initial freezing contributed directly to the demise of the bank.
Kehoes are champs at doing it all
When it comes to Cayman’s sportiest family, the Kehoes must figure in anybody’s short list.
Cinderella very much in style
Lily James' style on the Red Carpet
White collar crime expert joins public prosecutions office
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions hired Patrick Moran easlier this month as its new deputy director.
Chief justice to speak at insolvency conference
Cayman's Chief Justice Anthony Smellie will travel to San Francisco to speak at an conference on cross-border insolvency on Sunday.
New Financial Services Division judge begins sitting
Justice Nigel Clifford, QC, was sworn in via Skype in January.
Maritime chief stays on at authority
The head of Cayman's Maritime Authority will stay in that position while criminal charges against him are decided.
Reporting on Cayman's courts: A plea for clarity
In order for Cayman to function as a first-world society - especially as an offshore financial center - expectations of swift, fair and reasoned justice must prevail.
Case management review under way
A review of procedures in Cayman’s Summary Court system is under way in an effort to help deal with the slow progress of cases through the criminal justice system.
Film board courts production crews
A revamped Film Commission board hopes to increase the number of production crews coming to the Cayman Islands.
'Pay to play': Terminations and suspensions
One difference between civil servants and everyone else in the Cayman Islands is a parachute — or, more precisely, a paycheck that keeps showing up regardless if they are showing up for work.
Police officers charged over taser use
Two police officers alleged to have tasered a suspect following a high-speed car chase across Grand Cayman are facing criminal charges.
The need for an 'Unsession' of the Legislative Assembly
Fifteen years into the 21st century, the good ship HMS Cayman Islands is laden with legal relics left over from the mid-20th.
Government aims to relocate police station
As part of the revitalization of George Town, the government is looking to move the George Town Police Station, build a new court building, demolish the Glass House and create a green space, and open the capital up to mixed-use developments.
Baines 'no confidence' motion delayed
West Bay MLA Bernie Bush is postponing his planned vote of no confidence motion in Police Commissioner David Baines.
The high price of CINICO not paying its bills
It appears that not only are CINICO’s creditors knocking on the door; they’re about ready to kick it down and carry away whatever they find inside.
Burglary at bakery was for food, court told
A 50-year-old man burgled a bakery for food, Magistrate Grace Donalds was told this week.
East End resort sues over Facebook posts
The Morritt’s resort is suing a former timeshare property owner for libel over comments she made about the hotel owners on Facebook.
Cayman may have to sanction same sex unions, expert says
A human rights expert says the Cayman Islands may soon be required to legally recognize civil partnerships between same-sex couples.
Ivy League aces all squashed up
Local sports tourism is getting another boost with two Ivy League universities sending their squash teams to Cayman for a week’s warm weather training before leaving on Tuesday.
Four new appeal judges appointed
Four new judges have been appointed to the Cayman Islands Court of Appeal.
Grand Court opening: Case management to be reviewed
The opening of Grand Court for 2015 revealed plans for a UK criminal justice advisor to assist with a review of prosecution support systems.
Few convictions for killings
Cayman has seen 22 homicides since the start of 2010, and only seven of those have resulted in convictions.
Legends bounce back for more fun
Legends Tennis is back for its twelfth year and will again be a showcase event on the Cayman sporting calendar.
Modular police cells remain unused
New police jail facilities lie unused in George Town while government tries to raise money to build a new police station.
Two new judges join the Cayman bench
Justice Ingrid Mangatal has joined the Cayman Grand Court full time and Justice Robin McMillan will act as the need the arises.
Priya Levers, former Grand Court judge, dies
Priya Levers, the first woman to be appointed a judge of the Cayman Islands Grand Court, and then removed for misbehavior, died on Christmas Eve.
Top Story of 2014: Demolition ends squatters' standoff on Shedden Road
The Shedden Road home of the children of missing landfill worker Anna Evans was demolished after a two-month standoff with police.
Top story 2014: A year of high-profile arrests
A number of high-profile arrests both in Cayman and abroad made the headlines in 2014.
Chief justice, court staff honor departing security officer
Security guard and acting court marshal Emelson Principe was honored by judges and staff before his mandatory departure.
Immigration policy: We need 'addition,' not 'subtraction'
It is a scenario such as the one involving Court Security Officer Emelson Principe that crystallizes the absurdity of the Cayman Islands' approach to immigration.
Little aces get Christmas boost
Christmas came early this year for the Tennis Federation of the Cayman Islands, with the surprise news of a major donation from two overseas firms in honor of former Cayman resident Mike Howard.
New court to host tennis legends at Camana Bay
A new tennis court is under construction at Camana Bay to host a legends tournament featuring world stars like Andy Roddick and Anna Kournikova.
Dart's Kimpton: A bright spot rises on Seven Mile Beach
The Dart Group's new Kimpton hotel on Grand Cayman's Seven Mile Beach is halfway finished, at least, vertically speaking.
Information commissioner responds to Compass editorial
I have just read the editorial in the Compass this morning (Dec. 11), and I’d like to respond.I sincerely appreciate your kind words of...
Prices continue slow rise
Consumer prices and inflation in Cayman continue upward trend.
Legends return
The Cayman Islands sports scene will see the return of a marquee event next year.
School girls marched for glory
Local women showed their cheerleading flair at netball’s opening ceremony.
It's finally time for Cayman to meet 'The Council'
Nearly one year ago, Cayman Islands legislators passed a law creating the National Conservation Council, one of the most powerful extensions of government. Its first meeting is today.
Top seeds surprised by contenders
The PwC junior tennis Masters Championship was full of surprises, as three out of the four top seeds fell to lower ranked players.
Independents: Cabinet should stay out of courts
Some lawmakers are concerned government is gaining too much influence over the local judiciary.
Netters march on
Cayman Islands netball is starting its new season in style.
Premier talks of new courts building in central George Town
Cayman needs more space for criminal courts, it's just not sure how to pay for it.
Vanguard boys must earn time
A trio of young Caymanians are slowly fitting in on Floridian courts.
Data protection ‘removes’ right to trial
Cayman's latest attempt at data protection falls afoul of human rights advocates.
Madoff trustee settles with Cayman feeder funds
The trustee recovering money for thousands of victims of the Bernard Madoff Ponzi scheme reached a $500 million settlement with two Cayman feeder funds.
New Grand Court judge appointed
Justice Ingrid Mangatal has been appointed as a new full-time Grand Court judge, Governor Helen Kilpatrick announced this week.
Opening parade to provide colorful start to new season
Local netball is about to showcase its flair for pageantry.
Reid looks set to retain title
Cayman’s top young tennis players are hitting plenty of practice balls in the build-up to the Junior Masters Championships this weekend at the Ritz- Carlton.
Logic moves to clear up unlicensed broadcasts
The new owners of Weststar say its channel lineup is changing as they attempt to secure distribution agreements for existing and new programming.
India demands West Indies pay $42 million
West Indies cricket has lurched from one crisis into another over the last 25 years, and the latest one is a huge financial problem.
Magnum Cup league is netting plenty of corporate fun
Corporate league tennis at the Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman is in full swing, and after four weeks, five teams are still undefeated.
Prisoner release bill approved
Cayman's convicted killers will no longer be serving life in prison in most cases.
Legislators argue 30-year murder sentence revision
Lawmakers rail against lesser sentences for murder convictions.
Overstayer jailed for four months
A man who overstayed illegally in Cayman is forced to stay a bit longer following a magistrate's ruling.
FCO backs ex-Governor Taylor
The Foreign and Commonwealth Office has defended former Governor Duncan Taylor’s conduct during the investigation of McKeeva Bush.
Labor, pensions enforcement gets boost
Cayman's labor and pensions enforcement is about to ramp up.
Not guilty!
Cayman's former leader is cleared on all charges relating to his alleged improper use of a government credit card.
