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EASTERN CARIBBEAN SUPREME COURT STATUS HEARING ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA 10th October 2022 Case Name: Treetops Garden Centre Limited v St. John’s Development Corporation [ANUHCVAP2014/0033] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Ms. Joanne Messiah Respondent: No appearance Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: The matter is adjourned to the next Status Hearing of the Court of Appeal for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27th February 2023, to allow the parties to continue settlement discussions, unless a consent order is sooner filed. Reason: The Court noted that the parties have been in negotiations regarding a settlement. The Court further noted that the settlement discussions have advanced significantly and that counsel for the appellant requested a bit more time to finalise discussions and hoped to be in a position to have done so by the next status hearing. The matter was therefore adjourned. Case Name: George Kaersenhout v Domitilia James [ANUHLTAP2018/0010] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Ms. Latoya Letlow Respondent: No appearance Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27th February 2023 for counsel for the appellant to take instructions from the appellant in relation to the progress of this appeal. 2. The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of this order on the respondent and shall provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: Counsel for the appellant indicated that she had difficulties locating the appellant to obtain further instructions and asked for an adjournment for further instructions to be taken as to whether he is still interested in prosecuting the appeal. The Court granted the adjournment to allow counsel to obtain the instructions on whether the appeal will be pursued. Case Name: Police Service Commission v Wendel Glenroy Robinson [ANUHCVAP2018/0037] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Dr. David Dorsett Respondent: In person Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: Upon the request from the appellant and there being no objection by the respondent, the matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27th February 2023. Reason: Counsel for the appellant indicated to the Court that the parties were in very advanced mediation and settlement discussions. Counsel asked for an adjournment for the settlement discussions to be concluded. Accordingly, the Court granted the adjournment to facilitate the settlement discussions. Case Name: Trevor Santos v Horizon Construction Limited [ANUHCVAP2011/0015] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Ms. E. Ann Henry, KC with her Ms. Mandi Thomas Respondent: Ms. Talia DaCosta Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27th February 2023 to allow counsel for the appellant to make the necessary application in relation to the progress of this appeal. Reason: Counsel for the appellant indicated to the Court that an application would be made to the Court of Appeal for the matter to be heard on the state of the record. However, Counsel indicated to the Court that the said application had not yet been filed. Counsel therefore requested an adjournment in the circumstances. The Court was of the view that the adjournment ought to be granted. Case Name: Joseph W. Horsford v Geoffrey Croft [ANUHCVAP2021/0017] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: No appearance Respondent: Mr. Sylvester Carrott Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. The respondent shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 24th October 2022. 2. The appellant is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply if necessary on or before 8th November 2022. 3. The hearing of the appeal is fixed for the next court of appeal sitting for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for the week commencing 6th March 2023. Reason: The Court noted that the appellant’s skeleton arguments were filed 5th August 2022 and therefore gave directions for the further progression of the appeal. Case Name: Sundry Workers v
[1]Royal Bank of Canada
[2]Leewind Paints (1980) Limited
[3]Cosmos Phillips Jr and Renee Phillips (as executors of the Estate of Cosmos Phillips) [ANUHCVAP2019/0007] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Asheen Joseph Respondents: No appearance Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: N/A Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. Upon noting the indication from counsel for the appellant that the appellant no longer wishes to prosecute this appeal, the appeal is hereby withdrawn and discontinued. 2. The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of this order on the respondents and shall provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: Counsel for the appellant informed the Court that the appellant no longer wished to pursue the appeal. The appeal was therefore withdrawn. Case Name: Johnson Jervier v Eastern Caribbean Amalgamated Bank [ANUHCVAP2020/0007] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: No appearance Respondent: Mr. Jomokie Phillips Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27th February 2023, unless a Notice of Discontinuance is sooner filed. Reason: The Court noted that counsel for the respondent informed that counsel for the appellant, Ms. Kathleen Bennett, has indicated that a notice of discontinuance would be filed in the matter within 7 days. The Court further noted that the parties agreed that there would be no order as to costs. Case Name: Dante Tagliaventi v The Director of the Office of National Drug and Money Laundering Control Policy [ANUHCVAP2020/0008] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Ms. Chantal Thomas-Marshall Respondent: No appearance Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: N/A Result / Order: N/A Reason: The Court noted that a notice of discontinuance had been filed in the matter on 21st September 2022. Accordingly, no order was made. Case Name: Brenda Gillian Furlong v [1] Honourable Minister of Public Safety and Labour [2] Honourable Attorney General of Antigua and Barbuda [ANUHCVAP2020/0009] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: In person Respondents: Ms. Alicia Aska Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. The appellant shall file and serve the notice of authorization code on the respondent on or before 14th October 2022. 2. The respondent shall inform the appellant of the documents they wish to have included in the record of appeal on or before 2nd November 2022 in accordance with rule 62.12(2) Civil Procedure Rules 2000. 3. The Appellant shall file and serve the record of appeal on or before 9th December 2022. 4. The respondent shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 16th January 2023. 5. The appellant is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply if necessary on or before 31st January 2023. 6. The hearing of the appeal is fixed for the next court of appeal sitting for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for the week commencing 6th March 2023. Reason: The Court noted that the transcript of proceedings was filed on the E-Litigation Portal on 17th August 2020, however the notice of availability of the transcript had not been served on the parties. The Court was of the view that directions ought to be provided for the progression of the appeal. Case Name: Antigua and Barbuda Transport Board v Hudson Joseph [ANUHLTAP2020/0001] Consolidated with Antigua and Barbuda Transport Board v Patricia Julian [ANUHLTAP2020/0002] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Ms. Chantal Thomas- Marshall Respondents: Ms. Kathleen Bennett Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. The appellant shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 9th December 2022. 2. The respondent shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 20th January 2023. 3. The appellant is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply if necessary on or before 6th February 2023. 4. The hearing of the appeal is fixed for the next court of appeal sitting for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for the week commencing 6th March 2023. Reason: The Court noted that there was a pending application to strike out the notice appeal. However, since the filing of that application the appellants have amended their notice of appeal. The respondents therefore do not wish to pursue that application. The respondents intend to file a notice of discontinuance of that application. In the circumstances, the Court was of the view that directions were necessary for further progression of the appeal. Case Name: Antigua Flight Training Center Inc v [1] Anthony Greer [2] Greer & Co. Solicitors [ANUHCVAP2020/0016] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Ms. Saska Diamond Respondents: Mr. Sylvester Carrott Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. The appellant shall take the necessary steps to file properly compilated copies of the Record of Appeal and written submissions, on or before 31st October 2022. 2. The respondent shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 24th October 2022. 3. The appellant shall file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply if necessary or on before 8th November 2022. 4. The hearing of the appeal is fixed for the next court of appeal sitting for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for the week commencing 6th March 2023. Reason: The Court noted that all relevant documents have been filed by the appellant. The Court therefore gave directions for the further progress of the appeal. Case Name: Antigua Flight Training Centre Inc v [1] Eric Phillip [2] Pauline Grayman and Antigua Flight Training Centre Inc v [1] Enique Williams [2] Laetitia Nathaniel and Antigua Flight Training Centre Inc v [1] Anse Henry [2] Shirrine Gillon [ANUHCVAP2020/0021] Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Ms. Saska Diamond Respondents: Mr. Loy Weste for Pauline Grayman No appearance for the other respondents Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. The appellant shall take the necessary steps to file properly compilated copies of the Record of Appeal and written submissions, on or before 31st October 2022. 2. The 1st 3rd, 4th 5th and 6th respondents shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 30th November 2022. 3. The appellant shall file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply if necessary or on before 15th December 2022. 4. The hearing of the appeal is fixed for the next court of appeal sitting for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for the week commencing 6th March 2023. 5. The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of this order on the 1st 3rd, 4th 5th and 6th respondents and shall provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: The Court was of the view that directions were required for the further progress of the appeal. Case Name: Ian Hughes v The Queen [ANUHCRAP2018/0003] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Jomokie Phillips holding papers for Ms. Tana’ania Small Davis, KC Respondent: Mrs. Shannon Jones Gittens Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: The matter is adjourned to the next Status Hearing of the court for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27th February 2023 to allow counsel for the appellant to take the necessary steps to progress the appeal. Reason: Counsel appearing for the appellant noted that the appellant intends to file an application amend the notice of appeal. Counsel for the respondent did not object to the application being filed. The matter was therefore adjourned to allow counsel for the appellant to take the necessary steps to progress the appeal. Case Name: Joseph Peters v The Queen [ANUHCRAP2018/0001] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Wendel Alexander Respondent: Mrs. Shannon Jones-Gittens holding for the Director of Public Prosecutions Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. The appellant shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 16th December 2022. 2. The respondent shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 3rd February 2023 3. The appellant is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply if necessary on or before 20th February 2023. 4. The hearing of the appeal is fixed for the next court of appeal sitting for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for the week commencing 6th March 2023. Reason: The Court was of the view that directions were required for the further progress of the appeal. Case Name: Shelton Hunte v The Queen [ANUHCRAP2018/0004] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: In person Respondent: Mrs. Shannon Jones-Gittens Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. The appellant shall take the necessary steps to arrange for the transcript of proceedings with the Registry of the High Court. 2. The Registrar of the High Court shall thereafter take the necessary steps to obtain the transcript of proceedings in this matter. 3. The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the Court for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27th February 2023. Reason: The Court noted that the appellant still needed time to make arrangements to acquire the transcript of proceedings. The relevant directions were therefore given and the matter adjourned to the next status hearing of the court. Case Name: Director of Public Prosecutions v [1] Dalianne Richardson [2] Shanique Dwyer [3] Shimmea Welsh
[4]Larsheka Gray [ANUHCRAP2020/0002] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mrs. Shannon Jones-Gittens Respondents: No appearance Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of the Record of Appeal on the respondent Shanique Dwyer and shall file an affidavit of service thereafter. 2. The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27th February 2023. 3. The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of this order on the respondents and shall file an affidavit of service thereafter. Reason: The Court noted that the second respondent had not been served with a copy of the record of appeal and gave directions to effect same. The matter was also adjourned to the next status hearing of the Court. Case Name: Colin Murraine v Director of Public Prosecutions [ANUHCRAP2020/0003] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: In person Respondent: Mrs. Shannon Jones-Gittens holding for the Director of Public Prosecutions Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. The Registrar of the High court shall inform the appellant of the amount to be paid as a deposit for the preparation of the transcript of proceedings on or before 14th October 2022. 2. The appellant shall take the necessary steps to make payment for the transcript of proceedings with the Registry of the High Court. 3. The Registrar of the High Court shall thereafter take the necessary steps to obtain the transcript of proceedings in this matter. 4. The matter is removed from the status hearing list pending the availability of the transcript. 5. The matter will be relisted at the next status hearing upon availability of the transcript or on a date to be fixed by the Chief Registrar. Reason: The Court noted that no payment has been made by the appellant for the transcript of proceedings. The Court therefore gave the relevant directions for this to be done and removed the matter from the status hearing list until the transcript of proceedings is made available. Case Name: Millicent Cornwall Roberts v The King [ANUHCRAP2020/0008] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Wendel Alexander Respondent: Mrs. Shannon Jones-Gittens folding for the Director of Public Prosecutions Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. The appellant shall take the necessary steps to arrange for the transcript of proceedings with the Registry of the High Court. 2. The Registrar of the High Court shall thereafter take the necessary steps to obtain the transcript of proceedings in this matter. 3. The matter is removed from the status hearing list pending the availability of the transcript. 4. The matter will be relisted at the next status hearing upon availability of the transcript or on a date to be fixed by the Chief Registrar. Reason: The Court noted counsel for the appellant’s indication that there are some financial challenges being faced by the appellant regarding the acquisition of the transcript of proceedings. Counsel did not make the necessary application yet since he was given certain assurances that the appellant would be assisted, however this has not materialised. Counsel for the appellant intends therefore to consider making such an application. The matter was therefore removed from the status hearing list pending the availability of the transcript. Case Name: Tejah Armstrong v The King [ANUHCRAP2016/0003] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Wendel Alexander Respondent: Mrs. Shannon Jones-Gittens holding papers for the Director of Public Prosecutions Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. The appellant shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 6th January 2023. 2. The respondent shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 6th February 2023 3. The appellant is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply if necessary on or before 21st February 2023. 4. The hearing of the appeal is fixed for the next court of appeal sitting for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for the week commencing 6th March 2023. Reason: The Court noted that the transcript of proceedings has been received and counsel were ready to proceed with the appeal. The relevant directions were therefore given for the progress of the appeal. Case Name: Dorian Marshall v The King [ANUHCRAP2020/0001] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Wendel Alexander Respondent: Mrs. Shannon Jones-Gittens holding papers for the Director of Public Prosecutions Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27th February 2023 to allow counsel for the appellant to file an application to amend the grounds of appeal. Reason: The Court noted that counsel for the appellant has read the transcript and is minded to file an application to amend the grounds of appeal. Counsel for the appellant requested some time to do so. The respondent expressed no objections. The Court therefore adjourned the matter to allow counsel for the appellant to file an application to amended the grounds of appeal. Case Name: Alston Gregory Rodney v [1] Magistrate Ngaio Emmanuel [2] The Commissioner of Police [ANUMCRAP2019/0002] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: No appearance Respondents: Mrs. Shannon Jones-Gittens Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. The Chief Magistrate shall provide the High Court Office with a copy of the Record of Appeal in this matter on or before 30th December 2022, failing which an affidavit shall be provided stating the reason for non-compliance. 2. The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27th February 2023. Reason: The Court noted that the appellant had not been provided with a copy of the record of appeal. The Court therefore gave the necessary directions and adjourned the matter to the next status hearing of the Court. Case Name: Nassor Hodge v The King [ANUMCRAP2020/0001] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Andrew O’Kola Respondent: Mrs. Shannon Jones-Gittens Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27th February 2023 to allow the appellant to regularize service on the respondent. Reason: The Court noted that the appellant had not served the notice of appeal on the respondent. The matter was therefore adjourned to the next status hearing of the Court to allow the appellant to regularize service on the respondent. Case Name: Alex Joseph v The Commissioner of Police [ANUMCRAP2018/0003] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: No appearance Respondent: Mrs. Shannon Jones-Gittens Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. Upon noting that the appellant was not served to be present, the matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27th February 2023. 2. The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of this order on the appellant and shall provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: The Court noted that the appellant was not served with the notice of hearing to be present at the status hearing. The matter was therefore adjourned to the next status hearing of the Court. Case Name: Waltham Lewis v John Dubbery [ANUMCVAP2018/0002] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Ms. Neleen Murdoch Respondent: Mr. John Duberry Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. The appellant shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 16th December 2022. 2. The respondent shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 20th January 2023 3. The appellant is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply if necessary on or before 6th February 2023. 4. The hearing of the appeal is fixed for the next court of appeal sitting for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for the week commencing 6th March 2023. Reason: The Court noted the indication from the appellant that he is interested in prosecuting the appeal but would like to engage alternative counsel and has not yet done so. The Court gave the necessary directions for the progress of the appeal. Case Name: Akilah Anderson v Craig Christopher (Magistrate District “A” Civil Side) [ANUMCVAP2020/0008] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Andrew O’Kola Respondent: No appearance Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27th February 2023, unless a Notice of discontinuance is sooner filed. 2. The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of this order on the respondent and shall provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: The Court noted the indication from the appellant to his counsel that he wishes to discontinue the appeal. Counsel for the appellant therefore informed the Court that he would take the necessary steps. The matter was adjourned for this to be done. Case Name: Anderson Carty v Gentiste Christian [ANUMCVAP2019/0005] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: No appearance Respondent: No appearance Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. Upon noting that the parties were not served to be present at today’s hearing, the matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27th February 2023. 2. The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of this order on the parties and shall provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: The Court noted that the parties were not served with the notice of hearing to be present at the status hearing. The matter was therefore adjourned to the next status hearing of the Court. Case Name: Channel Abbott v Larry Abbott [ANUMCVAP2020/0003] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Wendel Alexander Respondent: In person Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. The appellant shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 30th November 2022. 2. The respondent is at liberty to shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 13th January 2023 3. The appellant is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply if necessary on or before 30th January 2023. 4. The hearing of the appeal is fixed for the next court of appeal sitting for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for the week commencing 6th March 2023. 5. The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of the Record of Appeal on the respondent personally and shall provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: The Court was of the view that directions were necessary for the progression of the appeal. Case Name: Eurenda Jeremiah v Karen Frith [ANUMCVAP2020/0007] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: In person Respondent: In person Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. The appellant is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 14th November 2022. 2. The respondent is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 14th December 2022 3. The appellant is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply if necessary on or before 6th January, 2023. 4. The hearing of the appeal is fixed for the next court of appeal sitting for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for the week commencing 6th March 2023. 5. The Registrar of the High Court shall serve copies of this order on the parties and shall provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: The Court was of the view that directions were necessary for the progression of the appeal.
EASTERN CARIBBEAN SUPREME COURT STATUS HEARING ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA th October 2022 Case Name: Treetops Garden Centre Limited v St. John’s Development Corporation [ANUHCVAP2014/0033] Date: Monday, 10 th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Ms. Joanne Messiah Respondent: No appearance Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: The matter is adjourned to the next Status Hearing of the Court of Appeal for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27 th February 2023, to allow the parties to continue settlement discussions, unless a consent order is sooner filed. Reason: The Court noted that the parties have been in negotiations regarding a settlement. The Court further noted that t he settlement discussions have advanced significantly and that counsel for the appellant requested a bit more time to finalise discussions and hoped to be in a position to have done so by the next status hearing . The matter was therefore adjourned. Case Name: George Kaersenhout v Domitilia James [ANUHLTAP2018/0010] Date: Monday, 10 th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Ms. Latoya Letlow Respondent: No appearance Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:
1.The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27 th February 2023 for counsel for the appellant to take instructions from the appellant in relation to the progress of this appeal.
2.The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of this order on the respondent and shall provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: Counsel for the appellant indicated that she had difficulties locating the appellant to obtain further instructions and asked for an adjournment for further instructions to be taken as to whether he is still interested in prosecuting the appeal . The Court granted the adjournment to allow counsel to obtain the instructions on whether the appeal will be pursued. Case Name: Police Service Commission v Wendel Glenroy Robinson [ANUHCVAP2018/0037] Date: Monday, 10 th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Dr. David Dorsett Respondent: In person Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: Upon the request from the appellant and there being no objection by the respondent, the matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27 th February 2023. Reason: Counsel for the appellant indicated to the Court that the parties were in very advanced mediation and settlement discussions. Counsel asked for an adjournment for the settlement discussions to be concluded. Accordingly, the Court granted the adjournment to facilitate the settlement discussions. Case Name: Trevor Santos v Horizon Construction Limited [ANUHCVAP2011/0015] Date: Monday, 10 th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Ms. E. Ann Henry, KC with her Ms. Mandi Thomas Respondent: Ms. Talia DaCosta Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27 th February 2023 to allow counsel for the appellant to make the necessary application in relation to the progress of this appeal. Reason: Counsel for the appellant indicated to the Court that an application would be made to the Court of Appeal for the matter to be heard on the state of the record. However, Counsel indicated to the Court that the said application had not yet been filed. Counsel therefore requested an adjournment in the circumstances. The Court was of the view that the adjournment ought to be granted. Case Name: Joseph W. Horsford v Geoffrey Croft [ANUHCVAP2021/0017] Date: Monday, 10 th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: No appearance Respondent: Mr. Sylvester Carrott Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:
1.The respondent shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 24 th October 2022.
2.The appellant is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply if necessary on or before 8 th November 2022.
3.The hearing of the appeal is fixed for the next court of appeal sitting for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for the week commencing 6 th March 2023. Reason: The Court noted that the appellant’s skeleton arguments were filed 5 th August 2022 and therefore gave directions for the further progression of the appeal. Case Name: Sundry Workers v
[1]Royal Bank of Canada
[2]Leewind Paints (1980) Limited
[3]Cosmos Phillips Jr and Renee Phillips (as executors of the Estate of Cosmos Phillips) [ANUHCVAP2019/0007] Date: Monday, 10 th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Asheen Joseph Respondents: No appearance Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: N/A Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:
1.Upon noting the indication from counsel for the appellant that the appellant no longer wishes to prosecute this appeal, the appeal is hereby withdrawn and discontinued.
2.The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of this order on the respondents and shall provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: Counsel for the appellant informed the Court that the appellant no longer wished to pursue the appeal. The appeal was therefore withdrawn. Case Name: Johnson Jervier v Eastern Caribbean Amalgamated Bank [ANUHCVAP2020/0007] Date: Monday, 10 th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: No appearance Respondent: Mr. Jomokie Phillips Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27 th February 2023, unless a Notice of Discontinuance is sooner filed. Reason: The Court noted that counsel for the respondent informed that counsel for the appellant, Ms. Kathleen Bennett, has indicated that a notice of discontinuance would be filed in the matter within 7 days. The Court further noted that the parties agreed that there would be no order as to costs. Case Name: Dante Tagliaventi v The Director of the Office of National Drug and Money Laundering Control Policy [ANUHCVAP2020/0008] Date: Monday, 10 th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Ms. Chantal Thomas-Marshall Respondent: No appearance Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: N/A Result / Order: N/A Reason: The Court noted that a notice of discontinuance had been filed in the matter on 21 st September 2022. Accordingly, no order was made. Case Name: Brenda Gillian Furlong v
[1]Honourable Minister of Public Safety and Labour
[2]Honourable Attorney General of Antigua and Barbuda [ANUHCVAP2020/0009] Date: Monday, 10 th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: In person Respondents: Ms. Alicia Aska Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:
1.The appellant shall file and serve the notice of authorization code on the respondent on or before 14 th October 2022.
2.The respondent shall inform the appellant of the documents they wish to have included in the record of appeal on or before 2 nd November 2022 in accordance with rule 62.12(2) Civil Procedure Rules 2000.
3.The Appellant shall file and serve the record of appeal on or before 9 th December 2022.
4.The respondent shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 16 th January 2023.
5.The appellant is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply if necessary on or before 31 st January 2023.
6.The hearing of the appeal is fixed for the next court of appeal sitting for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for the week commencing 6 th March 2023. Reason: The Court noted that the transcript of proceedings was filed on the E-Litigation Portal on 17 th August 2020, however the notice of availability of the transcript had not been served on the parties. The Court was of the view that directions ought to be provided for the progression of the appeal. Case Name: Antigua and Barbuda Transport Board v Hudson Joseph [ANUHLTAP2020/0001] Consolidated with Antigua and Barbuda Transport Board v Patricia Julian [ANUHLTAP2020/0002] Date: Monday, 10 th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Ms. Chantal Thomas- Marshall Respondents: Ms. Kathleen Bennett Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:
1.The appellant shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 9 th December 2022.
2.The respondent shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 20 th January 2023.
3.The appellant is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply if necessary on or before 6 th February 2023.
4.The hearing of the appeal is fixed for the next court of appeal sitting for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for the week commencing 6 th March 2023. Reason: The Court noted that there was a pending application to strike out the notice appeal. However, since the filing of that application the appellants have amended their notice of appeal. The respondents therefore do not wish to pursue that application. The respondents intend to file a notice of discontinuance of that application. In the circumstances, the Court was of the view that directions were necessary for further progression of the appeal . Case Name: Antigua Flight Training Center Inc v
[1]Anthony Greer
[2]Greer & Co. Solicitors [ANUHCVAP2020/0016] Date: Monday, 10 th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Ms. Saska Diamond Respondents: Mr. Sylvester Carrott Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:
1.The appellant shall take the necessary steps to file properly compilated copies of the Record of Appeal and written submissions, on or before 31 st October 2022.
2.The respondent shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 24 th October 2022.
3.The appellant shall file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply if necessary or on before 8 th November 2022.
4.The hearing of the appeal is fixed for the next court of appeal sitting for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for the week commencing 6 th March 2023. Reason: The Court noted that all relevant documents have been filed by the appellant. The Court therefore gave directions for the further progress of the appeal. Case Name: Antigua Flight Training Centre Inc v
[1]Eric Phillip
[2]Pauline Grayman and Antigua Flight Training Centre Inc v
[1]Enique Williams
[2]Laetitia Nathaniel and Antigua Flight Training Centre Inc v
[1]Anse Henry
[2]Shirrine Gillon [ANUHCVAP2020/0021] Date: Monday, 10 th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Ms. Saska Diamond Respondents: Mr. Loy Weste for Pauline Grayman No appearance for the other respondents Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:
1.The appellant shall take the necessary steps to file properly compilated copies of the Record of Appeal and written submissions, on or before 31 st October 2022.
2.The 1 st rd , 4 th th and 6 th respondents shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 30 th November 2022.
3.The appellant shall file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply if necessary or on before 15 th December 2022.
4.The hearing of the appeal is fixed for the next court of appeal sitting for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for the week commencing 6 th March 2023.
5.The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of this order on the st rd , 4 th th and 6 th respondents and shall provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: The Court was of the view that directions were required for the further progress of the appeal. Case Name: Ian Hughes v The Queen [ANUHCRAP2018/0003] Date: Monday, 10 th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Jomokie Phillips holding papers for Ms. Tana’ania Small Davis, KC Respondent: Mrs. Shannon Jones Gittens Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: The matter is adjourned to the next Status Hearing of the court for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27 th February 2023 to allow counsel for the appellant to take the necessary steps to progress the appeal. Reason: Counsel appearing for the appellant noted that the appellant intends to file an application amend the notice of appeal . Counsel for the respondent did not object to the application being filed. The matter was therefore adjourned to allow counsel for the appellant to take the necessary steps to progress the appeal. Case Name: Joseph Peters v The Queen [ANUHCRAP2018/0001] Date: Monday, 10 th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Wendel Alexander Respondent: Mrs. Shannon Jones-Gittens holding for the Director of Public Prosecutions Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:
1.The appellant shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 16 th December 2022.
2.The respondent shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 3 rd February 2023
3.The appellant is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply if necessary on or before 20 th February 2023.
4.The hearing of the appeal is fixed for the next court of appeal sitting for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for the week commencing 6 th March 2023. Reason: The Court was of the view that directions were required for the further progress of the appeal. Case Name: Shelton Hunte v The Queen [ANUHCRAP2018/0004] Date: Monday, 10 th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: In person Respondent: Mrs. Shannon Jones-Gittens Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:
1.The appellant shall take the necessary steps to arrange for the transcript of proceedings with the Registry of the High Court.
2.The Registrar of the High Court shall thereafter take the necessary steps to obtain the transcript of proceedings in this matter.
3.The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the Court for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27 th February 2023. Reason: The Court noted that the appellant still needed time to make arrangements to acquire the transcript of proceedings. The relevant directions were therefore given and the matter adjourned to the next status hearing of the court. Case Name: Director of Public Prosecutions v
[1]Dalianne Richardson
[2]Shanique Dwyer
[3]Shimmea Welsh
[4]Larsheka Gray [ANUHCRAP2020/0002] Date: Monday, 10 th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mrs. Shannon Jones-Gittens Respondents: No appearance Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:
1.The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of the Record of Appeal on the respondent Shanique Dwyer and shall file an affidavit of service thereafter.
2.The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27 th February 2023.
3.The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of this order on the respondents and shall file an affidavit of service thereafter. Reason: The Court noted that the second respondent had not been served with a copy of the record of appeal and gave directions to effect same. The matter was also adjourned to the next status hearing of the Court. Case Name: Colin Murraine v Director of Public Prosecutions [ANUHCRAP2020/0003] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: In person Respondent: Mrs. Shannon Jones-Gittens holding for the Director of Public Prosecutions Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:
1.The Registrar of the High court shall inform the appellant of the amount to be paid as a deposit for the preparation of the transcript of proceedings on or before 14 th October 2022.
2.The appellant shall take the necessary steps to make payment for the transcript of proceedings with the Registry of the High Court.
3.The Registrar of the High Court shall thereafter take the necessary steps to obtain the transcript of proceedings in this matter.
4.The matter is removed from the status hearing list pending the availability of the transcript.
5.The matter will be relisted at the next status hearing upon availability of the transcript or on a date to be fixed by the Chief Registrar. Reason: The Court noted that no payment has been made by the appellant for the transcript of proceedings. The Court therefore gave the relevant directions for this to be done and removed the matter from the status hearing list until the transcript of proceedings is made available. Case Name: Millicent Cornwall Roberts v The King [ANUHCRAP2020/0008] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Wendel Alexander Respondent: Mrs. Shannon Jones-Gittens folding for the Director of Public Prosecutions Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:
1.The appellant shall take the necessary steps to arrange for the transcript of proceedings with the Registry of the High Court.
2.The Registrar of the High Court shall thereafter take the necessary steps to obtain the transcript of proceedings in this matter.
3.The matter is removed from the status hearing list pending the availability of the transcript.
4.The matter will be relisted at the next status hearing upon availability of the transcript or on a date to be fixed by the Chief Registrar. Reason: The Court noted counsel for the appellant’s indication that there are some financial challenges being faced by the appellant regarding the acquisition of the transcript of proceedings. Counsel did not make the necessary application yet since he was given certain assurances that the appellant would be assisted, however this has not materialised. Counsel for the appellant intends therefore to consider making such an application. The matter was therefore removed from the status hearing list pending the availability of the transcript. Case Name: Tejah Armstrong v The King [ANUHCRAP2016/0003] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Wendel Alexander Respondent: Mrs. Shannon Jones-Gittens holding papers for the Director of Public Prosecutions Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:
1.The appellant shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 6 th January 2023.
2.The respondent shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 6 th February 2023
3.The appellant is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply if necessary on or before 21 st February 2023.
4.The hearing of the appeal is fixed for the next court of appeal sitting for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for the week commencing 6 th March 2023. Reason: The Court noted that the transcript of proceedings has been received and counsel were ready to proceed with the appeal . The relevant directions were therefore given for the progress of the appeal. Case Name: Dorian Marshall v The King [ANUHCRAP2020/0001] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Wendel Alexander Respondent: Mrs. Shannon Jones-Gittens holding papers for the Director of Public Prosecutions Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27 th February 2023 to allow counsel for the appellant to file an application to amend the grounds of appeal. Reason: The Court noted that counsel for the appellant has read the transcript and is minded to file an application to amend the grounds of appeal. Counsel for the appellant requested some time to do so. The respondent expressed no objections. The Court therefore adjourned the matter to allow counsel for the appellant to file an application to amended the grounds of appeal. Case Name: Alston Gregory Rodney v
[1]Magistrate Ngaio Emmanuel
[2]The Commissioner of Police [ANUMCRAP2019/0002] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: No appearance Respondents: Mrs. Shannon Jones-Gittens Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:
1.The Chief Magistrate shall provide the High Court Office with a copy of the Record of Appeal in this matter on or before 30 th December 2022, failing which an affidavit shall be provided stating the reason for non-compliance.
2.The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27 th February 2023 . Reason: The Court noted that the appellant had not been provided with a copy of the record of appeal. The Court therefore gave the necessary directions and adjourned the matter to the next status hearing of the Court. Case Name: Nassor Hodge v The King [ANUMCRAP2020/0001] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Andrew O’Kola Respondent: Mrs. Shannon Jones-Gittens Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27 th February 2023 to allow the appellant to regularize service on the respondent. Reason: The Court noted that the appellant had not served the notice of appeal on the respondent. The matter was therefore adjourned to the next status hearing of the Court to allow the appellant to regularize service on the respondent . Case Name: Alex Joseph v The Commissioner of Police [ANUMCRAP2018/0003] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: No appearance Respondent: Mrs. Shannon Jones-Gittens Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:
1.Upon noting that the appellant was not served to be present, the matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27 th February 2023.
2.The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of this order on the appellant and shall provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: The Court noted that the appellant was not served with the notice of hearing to be present at the status hearing. The matter was therefore adjourned to the next status hearing of the Court . Case Name: Waltham Lewis v John Dubbery [ANUMCVAP2018/0002] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Ms. Neleen Murdoch Respondent: Mr. John Duberry Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:
1.The appellant shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 16 th Dece mber 2022.
2.The respondent shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 20 th January 2023
3.The appellant is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply if necessary on or before 6 th February 2023.
4.The hearing of the appeal is fixed for the next court of appeal sitting for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for the week commencing 6 th March 2023. Reason: The Court noted the indication from the appellant that he is interested in prosecuting the appeal but would like to engage alternative counsel and has not yet done so. The Court gave the necessary directions for the progress of the appeal. Case Name: Akilah Anderson v Craig Christopher (Magistrate District “A” Civil Side) [ANUMCVAP2020/0008] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Andrew O’Kola Respondent: No appearance Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:
1.The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27 th February 2023, unless a Notice of discontinuance is sooner filed.
2.The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of this order on the respondent and shall provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: The Court noted the indication from the appellant to his counsel that he wishes to discontinue the appeal. Counsel for the appellant therefore informed the Court that he would take the necessary steps. The matter was adjourned for this to be done. Case Name: Anderson Carty v Gentiste Christian [ANUMCVAP2019/0005] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: No appearance Respondent: No appearance Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:
1.Upon noting that the parties were not served to be present at today’s hearing, th e matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27 th February 2023.
2.The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of this order on the parties and shall provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: The Court noted that the parties were not served with the notice of hearing to be present at the status hearing. Th e matter was therefore adjourned to the next status hearing of the Court . Case Name: Channel Abbott v Larry Abbott [ANUMCVAP2020/0003] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Wendel Alexander Respondent: In person Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:
1.The appellant shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 30 th November 2022.
2.The respondent is at liberty to shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 13 th January 2023
3.The appellant is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply if necessary on or before 30 th January 2023.
4.The hearing of the appeal is fixed for the next court of appeal sitting for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for the week commencing 6 th March 2023.
5.The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of the Record of Appeal on the respondent personally and shall provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: The Court was of the view that directions were necessary for the progression of the appeal. Case Name: Eurenda Jeremiah v Karen Frith [ANUMCVAP2020/0007] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: In person Respondent: In person Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:
1.The appellant is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 14 th November 2022.
2.The respondent is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 14 th December 2022
3.The appellant is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply if necessary on or before 6 th January, 2023.
4.The hearing of the appeal is fixed for the next court of appeal sitting for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for the week commencing 6 th March 2023.
5.The Registrar of the High Court shall serve copies of this order on the parties and shall provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: The Court was of the view that directions were necessary for the progression of the appeal.
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EASTERN CARIBBEAN SUPREME COURT STATUS HEARING ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA 10th October 2022 Case Name: Treetops Garden Centre Limited v St. John’s Development Corporation [ANUHCVAP2014/0033] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Ms. Joanne Messiah Respondent: No appearance Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: The matter is adjourned to the next Status Hearing of the Court of Appeal for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27th February 2023, to allow the parties to continue settlement discussions, unless a consent order is sooner filed. Reason: The Court noted that the parties have been in negotiations regarding a settlement. The Court further noted that the settlement discussions have advanced significantly and that counsel for the appellant requested a bit more time to finalise discussions and hoped to be in a position to have done so by the next status hearing. The matter was therefore adjourned. Case Name: George Kaersenhout v Domitilia James [ANUHLTAP2018/0010] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Ms. Latoya Letlow Respondent: No appearance Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27th February 2023 for counsel for the appellant to take instructions from the appellant in relation to the progress of this appeal. 2. The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of this order on the respondent and shall provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: Counsel for the appellant indicated that she had difficulties locating the appellant to obtain further instructions and asked for an adjournment for further instructions to be taken as to whether he is still interested in prosecuting the appeal. The Court granted the adjournment to allow counsel to obtain the instructions on whether the appeal will be pursued. Case Name: Police Service Commission v Wendel Glenroy Robinson [ANUHCVAP2018/0037] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Dr. David Dorsett Respondent: In person Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: Upon the request from the appellant and there being no objection by the respondent, the matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27th February 2023. Reason: Counsel for the appellant indicated to the Court that the parties were in very advanced mediation and settlement discussions. Counsel asked for an adjournment for the settlement discussions to be concluded. Accordingly, the Court granted the adjournment to facilitate the settlement discussions. Case Name: Trevor Santos v Horizon Construction Limited [ANUHCVAP2011/0015] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Ms. E. Ann Henry, KC with her Ms. Mandi Thomas Respondent: Ms. Talia DaCosta Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27th February 2023 to allow counsel for the appellant to make the necessary application in relation to the progress of this appeal. Reason: Counsel for the appellant indicated to the Court that an application would be made to the Court of Appeal for the matter to be heard on the state of the record. However, Counsel indicated to the Court that the said application had not yet been filed. Counsel therefore requested an adjournment in the circumstances. The Court was of the view that the adjournment ought to be granted. Case Name: Joseph W. Horsford v Geoffrey Croft [ANUHCVAP2021/0017] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: No appearance Respondent: Mr. Sylvester Carrott Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. The respondent shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 24th October 2022. 2. The appellant is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply if necessary on or before 8th November 2022. 3. The hearing of the appeal is fixed for the next court of appeal sitting for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for the week commencing 6th March 2023. Reason: The Court noted that the appellant’s skeleton arguments were filed 5th August 2022 and therefore gave directions for the further progression of the appeal. Case Name: Sundry Workers v
[1]Royal Bank of Canada
[2]Leewind Paints (1980) Limited
[3]Cosmos Phillips Jr and Renee Phillips (as executors of the Estate of Cosmos Phillips) [ANUHCVAP2019/0007] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Asheen Joseph Respondents: No appearance Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: N/A Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. Upon noting the indication from counsel for the appellant that the appellant no longer wishes to prosecute this appeal, the appeal is hereby withdrawn and discontinued. 2. The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of this order on the respondents and shall provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: Counsel for the appellant informed the Court that the appellant no longer wished to pursue the appeal. The appeal was therefore withdrawn. Case Name: Johnson Jervier v Eastern Caribbean Amalgamated Bank [ANUHCVAP2020/0007] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: No appearance Respondent: Mr. Jomokie Phillips Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27th February 2023, unless a Notice of Discontinuance is sooner filed. Reason: The Court noted that counsel for the respondent informed that counsel for the appellant, Ms. Kathleen Bennett, has indicated that a notice of discontinuance would be filed in the matter within 7 days. The Court further noted that the parties agreed that there would be no order as to costs. Case Name: Dante Tagliaventi v The Director of the Office of National Drug and Money Laundering Control Policy [ANUHCVAP2020/0008] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Ms. Chantal Thomas-Marshall Respondent: No appearance Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: N/A Result / Order: N/A Reason: The Court noted that a notice of discontinuance had been filed in the matter on 21st September 2022. Accordingly, no order was made. Case Name: Brenda Gillian Furlong v [1] Honourable Minister of Public Safety and Labour [2] Honourable Attorney General of Antigua and Barbuda [ANUHCVAP2020/0009] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: In person Respondents: Ms. Alicia Aska Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. The appellant shall file and serve the notice of authorization code on the respondent on or before 14th October 2022. 2. The respondent shall inform the appellant of the documents they wish to have included in the record of appeal on or before 2nd November 2022 in accordance with rule 62.12(2) Civil Procedure Rules 2000. 3. The Appellant shall file and serve the record of appeal on or before 9th December 2022. 4. The respondent shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 16th January 2023. 5. The appellant is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply if necessary on or before 31st January 2023. 6. The hearing of the appeal is fixed for the next court of appeal sitting for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for the week commencing 6th March 2023. Reason: The Court noted that the transcript of proceedings was filed on the E-Litigation Portal on 17th August 2020, however the notice of availability of the transcript had not been served on the parties. The Court was of the view that directions ought to be provided for the progression of the appeal. Case Name: Antigua and Barbuda Transport Board v Hudson Joseph [ANUHLTAP2020/0001] Consolidated with Antigua and Barbuda Transport Board v Patricia Julian [ANUHLTAP2020/0002] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Ms. Chantal Thomas- Marshall Respondents: Ms. Kathleen Bennett Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. The appellant shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 9th December 2022. 2. The respondent shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 20th January 2023. 3. The appellant is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply if necessary on or before 6th February 2023. 4. The hearing of the appeal is fixed for the next court of appeal sitting for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for the week commencing 6th March 2023. Reason: The Court noted that there was a pending application to strike out the notice appeal. However, since the filing of that application the appellants have amended their notice of appeal. The respondents therefore do not wish to pursue that application. The respondents intend to file a notice of discontinuance of that application. In the circumstances, the Court was of the view that directions were necessary for further progression of the appeal. Case Name: Antigua Flight Training Center Inc v [1] Anthony Greer [2] Greer & Co. Solicitors [ANUHCVAP2020/0016] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Ms. Saska Diamond Respondents: Mr. Sylvester Carrott Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. The appellant shall take the necessary steps to file properly compilated copies of the Record of Appeal and written submissions, on or before 31st October 2022. 2. The respondent shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 24th October 2022. 3. The appellant shall file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply if necessary or on before 8th November 2022. 4. The hearing of the appeal is fixed for the next court of appeal sitting for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for the week commencing 6th March 2023. Reason: The Court noted that all relevant documents have been filed by the appellant. The Court therefore gave directions for the further progress of the appeal. Case Name: Antigua Flight Training Centre Inc v [1] Eric Phillip [2] Pauline Grayman and Antigua Flight Training Centre Inc v [1] Enique Williams [2] Laetitia Nathaniel and Antigua Flight Training Centre Inc v [1] Anse Henry [2] Shirrine Gillon [ANUHCVAP2020/0021] Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Ms. Saska Diamond Respondents: Mr. Loy Weste for Pauline Grayman No appearance for the other respondents Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. The appellant shall take the necessary steps to file properly compilated copies of the Record of Appeal and written submissions, on or before 31st October 2022. 2. The 1st 3rd, 4th 5th and 6th respondents shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 30th November 2022. 3. The appellant shall file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply if necessary or on before 15th December 2022. 4. The hearing of the appeal is fixed for the next court of appeal sitting for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for the week commencing 6th March 2023. 5. The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of this order on the 1st 3rd, 4th 5th and 6th respondents and shall provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: The Court was of the view that directions were required for the further progress of the appeal. Case Name: Ian Hughes v The Queen [ANUHCRAP2018/0003] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Jomokie Phillips holding papers for Ms. Tana’ania Small Davis, KC Respondent: Mrs. Shannon Jones Gittens Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: The matter is adjourned to the next Status Hearing of the court for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27th February 2023 to allow counsel for the appellant to take the necessary steps to progress the appeal. Reason: Counsel appearing for the appellant noted that the appellant intends to file an application amend the notice of appeal. Counsel for the respondent did not object to the application being filed. The matter was therefore adjourned to allow counsel for the appellant to take the necessary steps to progress the appeal. Case Name: Joseph Peters v The Queen [ANUHCRAP2018/0001] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Wendel Alexander Respondent: Mrs. Shannon Jones-Gittens holding for the Director of Public Prosecutions Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. The appellant shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 16th December 2022. 2. The respondent shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 3rd February 2023 3. The appellant is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply if necessary on or before 20th February 2023. 4. The hearing of the appeal is fixed for the next court of appeal sitting for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for the week commencing 6th March 2023. Reason: The Court was of the view that directions were required for the further progress of the appeal. Case Name: Shelton Hunte v The Queen [ANUHCRAP2018/0004] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: In person Respondent: Mrs. Shannon Jones-Gittens Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. The appellant shall take the necessary steps to arrange for the transcript of proceedings with the Registry of the High Court. 2. The Registrar of the High Court shall thereafter take the necessary steps to obtain the transcript of proceedings in this matter. 3. The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the Court for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27th February 2023. Reason: The Court noted that the appellant still needed time to make arrangements to acquire the transcript of proceedings. The relevant directions were therefore given and the matter adjourned to the next status hearing of the court. Case Name: Director of Public Prosecutions v [1] Dalianne Richardson [2] Shanique Dwyer [3] Shimmea Welsh
[4]Larsheka Gray [ANUHCRAP2020/0002] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mrs. Shannon Jones-Gittens Respondents: No appearance Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of the Record of Appeal on the respondent Shanique Dwyer and shall file an affidavit of service thereafter. 2. The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27th February 2023. 3. The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of this order on the respondents and shall file an affidavit of service thereafter. Reason: The Court noted that the second respondent had not been served with a copy of the record of appeal and gave directions to effect same. The matter was also adjourned to the next status hearing of the Court. Case Name: Colin Murraine v Director of Public Prosecutions [ANUHCRAP2020/0003] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: In person Respondent: Mrs. Shannon Jones-Gittens holding for the Director of Public Prosecutions Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. The Registrar of the High court shall inform the appellant of the amount to be paid as a deposit for the preparation of the transcript of proceedings on or before 14th October 2022. 2. The appellant shall take the necessary steps to make payment for the transcript of proceedings with the Registry of the High Court. 3. The Registrar of the High Court shall thereafter take the necessary steps to obtain the transcript of proceedings in this matter. 4. The matter is removed from the status hearing list pending the availability of the transcript. 5. The matter will be relisted at the next status hearing upon availability of the transcript or on a date to be fixed by the Chief Registrar. Reason: The Court noted that no payment has been made by the appellant for the transcript of proceedings. The Court therefore gave the relevant directions for this to be done and removed the matter from the status hearing list until the transcript of proceedings is made available. Case Name: Millicent Cornwall Roberts v The King [ANUHCRAP2020/0008] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Wendel Alexander Respondent: Mrs. Shannon Jones-Gittens folding for the Director of Public Prosecutions Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. The appellant shall take the necessary steps to arrange for the transcript of proceedings with the Registry of the High Court. 2. The Registrar of the High Court shall thereafter take the necessary steps to obtain the transcript of proceedings in this matter. 3. The matter is removed from the status hearing list pending the availability of the transcript. 4. The matter will be relisted at the next status hearing upon availability of the transcript or on a date to be fixed by the Chief Registrar. Reason: The Court noted counsel for the appellant’s indication that there are some financial challenges being faced by the appellant regarding the acquisition of the transcript of proceedings. Counsel did not make the necessary application yet since he was given certain assurances that the appellant would be assisted, however this has not materialised. Counsel for the appellant intends therefore to consider making such an application. The matter was therefore removed from the status hearing list pending the availability of the transcript. Case Name: Tejah Armstrong v The King [ANUHCRAP2016/0003] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Wendel Alexander Respondent: Mrs. Shannon Jones-Gittens holding papers for the Director of Public Prosecutions Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. The appellant shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 6th January 2023. 2. The respondent shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 6th February 2023 3. The appellant is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply if necessary on or before 21st February 2023. 4. The hearing of the appeal is fixed for the next court of appeal sitting for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for the week commencing 6th March 2023. Reason: The Court noted that the transcript of proceedings has been received and counsel were ready to proceed with the appeal. The relevant directions were therefore given for the progress of the appeal. Case Name: Dorian Marshall v The King [ANUHCRAP2020/0001] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Wendel Alexander Respondent: Mrs. Shannon Jones-Gittens holding papers for the Director of Public Prosecutions Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27th February 2023 to allow counsel for the appellant to file an application to amend the grounds of appeal. Reason: The Court noted that counsel for the appellant has read the transcript and is minded to file an application to amend the grounds of appeal. Counsel for the appellant requested some time to do so. The respondent expressed no objections. The Court therefore adjourned the matter to allow counsel for the appellant to file an application to amended the grounds of appeal. Case Name: Alston Gregory Rodney v [1] Magistrate Ngaio Emmanuel [2] The Commissioner of Police [ANUMCRAP2019/0002] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: No appearance Respondents: Mrs. Shannon Jones-Gittens Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. The Chief Magistrate shall provide the High Court Office with a copy of the Record of Appeal in this matter on or before 30th December 2022, failing which an affidavit shall be provided stating the reason for non-compliance. 2. The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27th February 2023. Reason: The Court noted that the appellant had not been provided with a copy of the record of appeal. The Court therefore gave the necessary directions and adjourned the matter to the next status hearing of the Court. Case Name: Nassor Hodge v The King [ANUMCRAP2020/0001] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Andrew O’Kola Respondent: Mrs. Shannon Jones-Gittens Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27th February 2023 to allow the appellant to regularize service on the respondent. Reason: The Court noted that the appellant had not served the notice of appeal on the respondent. The matter was therefore adjourned to the next status hearing of the Court to allow the appellant to regularize service on the respondent. Case Name: Alex Joseph v The Commissioner of Police [ANUMCRAP2018/0003] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: No appearance Respondent: Mrs. Shannon Jones-Gittens Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. Upon noting that the appellant was not served to be present, the matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27th February 2023. 2. The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of this order on the appellant and shall provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: The Court noted that the appellant was not served with the notice of hearing to be present at the status hearing. The matter was therefore adjourned to the next status hearing of the Court. Case Name: Waltham Lewis v John Dubbery [ANUMCVAP2018/0002] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Ms. Neleen Murdoch Respondent: Mr. John Duberry Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. The appellant shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 16th December 2022. 2. The respondent shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 20th January 2023 3. The appellant is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply if necessary on or before 6th February 2023. 4. The hearing of the appeal is fixed for the next court of appeal sitting for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for the week commencing 6th March 2023. Reason: The Court noted the indication from the appellant that he is interested in prosecuting the appeal but would like to engage alternative counsel and has not yet done so. The Court gave the necessary directions for the progress of the appeal. Case Name: Akilah Anderson v Craig Christopher (Magistrate District “A” Civil Side) [ANUMCVAP2020/0008] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Andrew O’Kola Respondent: No appearance Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27th February 2023, unless a Notice of discontinuance is sooner filed. 2. The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of this order on the respondent and shall provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: The Court noted the indication from the appellant to his counsel that he wishes to discontinue the appeal. Counsel for the appellant therefore informed the Court that he would take the necessary steps. The matter was adjourned for this to be done. Case Name: Anderson Carty v Gentiste Christian [ANUMCVAP2019/0005] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: No appearance Respondent: No appearance Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. Upon noting that the parties were not served to be present at today’s hearing, the matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27th February 2023. 2. The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of this order on the parties and shall provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: The Court noted that the parties were not served with the notice of hearing to be present at the status hearing. The matter was therefore adjourned to the next status hearing of the Court. Case Name: Channel Abbott v Larry Abbott [ANUMCVAP2020/0003] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Wendel Alexander Respondent: In person Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. The appellant shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 30th November 2022. 2. The respondent is at liberty to shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 13th January 2023 3. The appellant is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply if necessary on or before 30th January 2023. 4. The hearing of the appeal is fixed for the next court of appeal sitting for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for the week commencing 6th March 2023. 5. The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of the Record of Appeal on the respondent personally and shall provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: The Court was of the view that directions were necessary for the progression of the appeal. Case Name: Eurenda Jeremiah v Karen Frith [ANUMCVAP2020/0007] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: In person Respondent: In person Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. The appellant is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 14th November 2022. 2. The respondent is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 14th December 2022 3. The appellant is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply if necessary on or before 6th January, 2023. 4. The hearing of the appeal is fixed for the next court of appeal sitting for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for the week commencing 6th March 2023. 5. The Registrar of the High Court shall serve copies of this order on the parties and shall provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: The Court was of the view that directions were necessary for the progression of the appeal.
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EASTERN CARIBBEAN SUPREME COURT STATUS HEARING ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA th October 2022 Case Name: Treetops Garden Centre Limited v St. John’s Development Corporation [ANUHCVAP2014/0033] Date: Monday, 10 th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Ms. Joanne Messiah Respondent: No appearance Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: The matter is adjourned to the next Status Hearing of the Court of Appeal for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27 th February 2023, to allow the parties to continue settlement discussions, unless a consent order is sooner filed. Reason: The Court noted that the parties have been in negotiations regarding a settlement. The Court further noted that t he settlement discussions have advanced significantly and that counsel for the appellant requested a bit more time to finalise discussions and hoped to be in a position to have done so by the next status hearing . The matter was therefore adjourned. Case Name: George Kaersenhout v Domitilia James [ANUHLTAP2018/0010] Date: Monday, 10 th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Ms. Latoya Letlow Respondent: No appearance Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:
[1]Royal Bank of Canada
[2]Leewind Paints (1980) Limited
[3]Cosmos Phillips Jr and Renee Phillips (as executors of the Estate of Cosmos Phillips) [ANUHCVAP2019/0007] Date: Monday, 10 th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Asheen Joseph Respondents: No appearance Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: N/A Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:
[4]Larsheka Gray [ANUHCRAP2020/0002] Date: Monday, 10 th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mrs. Shannon Jones-Gittens Respondents: No appearance Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:
1.The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27 th February 2023 for counsel for the appellant to take instructions from the appellant in relation to the progress of this appeal.
2.The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of this order on the respondent and shall provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: Counsel for the appellant indicated that she had difficulties locating the appellant to obtain further instructions and asked for an adjournment for further instructions to be taken as to whether he is still interested in prosecuting the appeal . The Court granted the adjournment to allow counsel to obtain the instructions on whether the appeal will be pursued. Case Name: Police Service Commission v Wendel Glenroy Robinson [ANUHCVAP2018/0037] Date: Monday, 10 th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Dr. David Dorsett Respondent: In person Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: Upon the request from the appellant and there being no objection by the respondent, the matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27 th February 2023. Reason: Counsel for the appellant indicated to the Court that the parties were in very advanced mediation and settlement discussions. Counsel asked for an adjournment for the settlement discussions to be concluded. Accordingly, the Court granted the adjournment to facilitate the settlement discussions. Case Name: Trevor Santos v Horizon Construction Limited [ANUHCVAP2011/0015] Date: Monday, 10 th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Ms. E. Ann Henry, KC with her Ms. Mandi Thomas Respondent: Ms. Talia DaCosta Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27 th February 2023 to allow counsel for the appellant to make the necessary application in relation to the progress of this appeal. Reason: Counsel for the appellant indicated to the Court that an application would be made to the Court of Appeal for the matter to be heard on the state of the record. However, Counsel indicated to the Court that the said application had not yet been filed. Counsel therefore requested an adjournment in the circumstances. The Court was of the view that the adjournment ought to be granted. Case Name: Joseph W. Horsford v Geoffrey Croft [ANUHCVAP2021/0017] Date: Monday, 10 th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: No appearance Respondent: Mr. Sylvester Carrott Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:
1.The respondent shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 24 th October 2022.
2.The appellant is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply if necessary on or before 8 th November 2022.
3.The hearing of the appeal is fixed for the next court of appeal sitting for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for the week commencing 6 th March 2023. Reason: The Court noted that the appellant’s skeleton arguments were filed 5 th August 2022 and therefore gave directions for the further progression of the appeal. Case Name: Sundry Workers v
1.Upon noting the indication from counsel for the appellant that the appellant no longer wishes to prosecute this appeal, the appeal is hereby withdrawn and discontinued.
2.The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of this order on the respondents and shall provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: Counsel for the appellant informed the Court that the appellant no longer wished to pursue the appeal. The appeal was therefore withdrawn. Case Name: Johnson Jervier v Eastern Caribbean Amalgamated Bank [ANUHCVAP2020/0007] Date: Monday, 10 th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: No appearance Respondent: Mr. Jomokie Phillips Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27 th February 2023, unless a Notice of Discontinuance is sooner filed. Reason: The Court noted that counsel for the respondent informed that counsel for the appellant, Ms. Kathleen Bennett, has indicated that a notice of discontinuance would be filed in the matter within 7 days. The Court further noted that the parties agreed that there would be no order as to costs. Case Name: Dante Tagliaventi v The Director of the Office of National Drug and Money Laundering Control Policy [ANUHCVAP2020/0008] Date: Monday, 10 th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Ms. Chantal Thomas-Marshall Respondent: No appearance Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: N/A Result / Order: N/A Reason: The Court noted that a notice of discontinuance had been filed in the matter on 21 st September 2022. Accordingly, no order was made. Case Name: Brenda Gillian Furlong v
[1]Honourable Minister of Public Safety and Labour
[2]Honourable Attorney General of Antigua and Barbuda [ANUHCVAP2020/0009] Date: Monday, 10 th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: In person Respondents: Ms. Alicia Aska Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:
1.The appellant shall file and serve the notice of authorization code on the respondent on or before 14 th October 2022.
2.The respondent shall inform the appellant of the documents they wish to have included in the record of appeal on or before 2 nd November 2022 in accordance with rule 62.12(2) Civil Procedure Rules 2000.
3.The Appellant shall file and serve the record of appeal on or before 9 th December 2022.
4.The respondent shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 16 th January 2023.
5.The appellant is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply if necessary on or before 31 st January 2023.
6.The hearing of the appeal is fixed for the next court of appeal sitting for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for the week commencing 6 th March 2023. Reason: The Court noted that the transcript of proceedings was filed on the E-Litigation Portal on 17 th August 2020, however the notice of availability of the transcript had not been served on the parties. The Court was of the view that directions ought to be provided for the progression of the appeal. Case Name: Antigua and Barbuda Transport Board v Hudson Joseph [ANUHLTAP2020/0001] Consolidated with Antigua and Barbuda Transport Board v Patricia Julian [ANUHLTAP2020/0002] Date: Monday, 10 th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Ms. Chantal Thomas- Marshall Respondents: Ms. Kathleen Bennett Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:
1.The appellant shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 9 th December 2022.
2.The respondent shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 20 th January 2023.
3.The appellant is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply if necessary on or before 6 th February 2023.
4.The hearing of the appeal is fixed for the next court of appeal sitting for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for the week commencing 6 th March 2023. Reason: The Court noted that there was a pending application to strike out the notice appeal. However, since the filing of that application the appellants have amended their notice of appeal. The respondents therefore do not wish to pursue that application. The respondents intend to file a notice of discontinuance of that application. In the circumstances, the Court was of the view that directions were necessary for further progression of the appeal . Case Name: Antigua Flight Training Center Inc v
[1]Anthony Greer
[2]Greer & Co. Solicitors [ANUHCVAP2020/0016] Date: Monday, 10 th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Ms. Saska Diamond Respondents: Mr. Sylvester Carrott Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:
1.The appellant shall take the necessary steps to file properly compilated copies of the Record of Appeal and written submissions, on or before 31 st October 2022.
2.The respondent shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 24 th October 2022.
3.The appellant shall file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply if necessary or on before 8 th November 2022.
4.The hearing of the appeal is fixed for the next court of appeal sitting for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for the week commencing 6 th March 2023. Reason: The Court noted that all relevant documents have been filed by the appellant. The Court therefore gave directions for the further progress of the appeal. Case Name: Antigua Flight Training Centre Inc v
[1]Eric Phillip
[2]Pauline Grayman and Antigua Flight Training Centre Inc v
[1]Enique Williams
[2]Laetitia Nathaniel and Antigua Flight Training Centre Inc v
[1]Anse Henry
[2]Shirrine Gillon [ANUHCVAP2020/0021] Date: Monday, 10 th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Ms. Saska Diamond Respondents: Mr. Loy Weste for Pauline Grayman No appearance for the other respondents Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:
1.The appellant shall take the necessary steps to file properly compilated copies of the Record of Appeal and written submissions, on or before 31 st October 2022.
2.The 1 st rd , 4 th th and 6 th respondents shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 30 th November 2022.
3.The appellant shall file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply if necessary or on before 15 th December 2022.
4.The hearing of the appeal is fixed for the next court of appeal sitting for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for the week commencing 6 th March 2023.
5.The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of this order on the st rd , 4 th th and 6 th respondents and shall provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: The Court was of the view that directions were required for the further progress of the appeal. Case Name: Ian Hughes v The Queen [ANUHCRAP2018/0003] Date: Monday, 10 th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Jomokie Phillips holding papers for Ms. Tana’ania Small Davis, KC Respondent: Mrs. Shannon Jones Gittens Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: The matter is adjourned to the next Status Hearing of the court for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27 th February 2023 to allow counsel for the appellant to take the necessary steps to progress the appeal. Reason: Counsel appearing for the appellant noted that the appellant intends to file an application amend the notice of appeal . Counsel for the respondent did not object to the application being filed. The matter was therefore adjourned to allow counsel for the appellant to take the necessary steps to progress the appeal. Case Name: Joseph Peters v The Queen [ANUHCRAP2018/0001] Date: Monday, 10 th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Wendel Alexander Respondent: Mrs. Shannon Jones-Gittens holding for the Director of Public Prosecutions Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:
1.The appellant shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 16 th December 2022.
2.The respondent shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 3 rd February 2023
3.The appellant is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply if necessary on or before 20 th February 2023.
4.The hearing of the appeal is fixed for the next court of appeal sitting for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for the week commencing 6 th March 2023. Reason: The Court was of the view that directions were required for the further progress of the appeal. Case Name: Shelton Hunte v The Queen [ANUHCRAP2018/0004] Date: Monday, 10 th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: In person Respondent: Mrs. Shannon Jones-Gittens Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:
1.The appellant shall take the necessary steps to arrange for the transcript of proceedings with the Registry of the High Court.
2.The Registrar of the High Court shall thereafter take the necessary steps to obtain the transcript of proceedings in this matter.
3.The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the Court for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27 th February 2023. Reason: The Court noted that the appellant still needed time to make arrangements to acquire the transcript of proceedings. The relevant directions were therefore given and the matter adjourned to the next status hearing of the court. Case Name: Director of Public Prosecutions v
[1]Dalianne Richardson
[2]Shanique Dwyer
[3]Shimmea Welsh
1.The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of the Record of Appeal on the respondent Shanique Dwyer and shall file an affidavit of service thereafter.
2.The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27 th February 2023.
3.The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of this order on the respondents and shall file an affidavit of service thereafter. Reason: The Court noted that the second respondent had not been served with a copy of the record of appeal and gave directions to effect same. The matter was also adjourned to the next status hearing of the Court. Case Name: Colin Murraine v Director of Public Prosecutions [ANUHCRAP2020/0003] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: In person Respondent: Mrs. Shannon Jones-Gittens holding for the Director of Public Prosecutions Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:
1.The Registrar of the High court shall inform the appellant of the amount to be paid as a deposit for the preparation of the transcript of proceedings on or before 14 th October 2022.
2.The appellant shall take the necessary steps to make payment for the transcript of proceedings with the Registry of the High Court.
3.The Registrar of the High Court shall thereafter take the necessary steps to obtain the transcript of proceedings in this matter.
4.The matter is removed from the status hearing list pending the availability of the transcript.
5.The matter will be relisted at the next status hearing upon availability of the transcript or on a date to be fixed by the Chief Registrar. Reason: The Court noted that no payment has been made by the appellant for the transcript of proceedings. The Court therefore gave the relevant directions for this to be done and removed the matter from the status hearing list until the transcript of proceedings is made available. Case Name: Millicent Cornwall Roberts v The King [ANUHCRAP2020/0008] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Wendel Alexander Respondent: Mrs. Shannon Jones-Gittens folding for the Director of Public Prosecutions Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:
1.The appellant shall take the necessary steps to arrange for the transcript of proceedings with the Registry of the High Court.
2.The Registrar of the High Court shall thereafter take the necessary steps to obtain the transcript of proceedings in this matter.
3.The matter is removed from the status hearing list pending the availability of the transcript.
4.The matter will be relisted at the next status hearing upon availability of the transcript or on a date to be fixed by the Chief Registrar. Reason: The Court noted counsel for the appellant’s indication that there are some financial challenges being faced by the appellant regarding the acquisition of the transcript of proceedings. Counsel did not make the necessary application yet since he was given certain assurances that the appellant would be assisted, however this has not materialised. Counsel for the appellant intends therefore to consider making such an application. The matter was therefore removed from the status hearing list pending the availability of the transcript. Case Name: Tejah Armstrong v The King [ANUHCRAP2016/0003] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Wendel Alexander Respondent: Mrs. Shannon Jones-Gittens holding papers for the Director of Public Prosecutions Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:
1.The appellant shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 6 th January 2023.
2.The respondent shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 6 th February 2023
3.The appellant is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply if necessary on or before 21 st February 2023.
4.The hearing of the appeal is fixed for the next court of appeal sitting for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for the week commencing 6 th March 2023. Reason: The Court noted that the transcript of proceedings has been received and counsel were ready to proceed with the appeal . The relevant directions were therefore given for the progress of the appeal. Case Name: Dorian Marshall v The King [ANUHCRAP2020/0001] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Wendel Alexander Respondent: Mrs. Shannon Jones-Gittens holding papers for the Director of Public Prosecutions Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27 th February 2023 to allow counsel for the appellant to file an application to amend the grounds of appeal. Reason: The Court noted that counsel for the appellant has read the transcript and is minded to file an application to amend the grounds of appeal. Counsel for the appellant requested some time to do so. The respondent expressed no objections. The Court therefore adjourned the matter to allow counsel for the appellant to file an application to amended the grounds of appeal. Case Name: Alston Gregory Rodney v
[1]Magistrate Ngaio Emmanuel
[2]The Commissioner of Police [ANUMCRAP2019/0002] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: No appearance Respondents: Mrs. Shannon Jones-Gittens Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:
1.The Chief Magistrate shall provide the High Court Office with a copy of the Record of Appeal in this matter on or before 30 th December 2022, failing which an affidavit shall be provided stating the reason for non-compliance.
2.The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27 th February 2023 . Reason: The Court noted that the appellant had not been provided with a copy of the record of appeal. The Court therefore gave the necessary directions and adjourned the matter to the next status hearing of the Court. Case Name: Nassor Hodge v The King [ANUMCRAP2020/0001] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Andrew O’Kola Respondent: Mrs. Shannon Jones-Gittens Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27 th February 2023 to allow the appellant to regularize service on the respondent. Reason: The Court noted that the appellant had not served the notice of appeal on the respondent. The matter was therefore adjourned to the next status hearing of the Court to allow the appellant to regularize service on the respondent . Case Name: Alex Joseph v The Commissioner of Police [ANUMCRAP2018/0003] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: No appearance Respondent: Mrs. Shannon Jones-Gittens Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:
1.Upon noting that the appellant was not served to be present, the matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27 th February 2023.
2.The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of this order on the appellant and shall provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: The Court noted that the appellant was not served with the notice of hearing to be present at the status hearing. The matter was therefore adjourned to the next status hearing of the Court . Case Name: Waltham Lewis v John Dubbery [ANUMCVAP2018/0002] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Ms. Neleen Murdoch Respondent: Mr. John Duberry Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:
1.The appellant shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 16 th Dece mber 2022.
2.The respondent shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 20 th January 2023
3.The appellant is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply if necessary on or before 6 th February 2023.
4.The hearing of the appeal is fixed for the next court of appeal sitting for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for the week commencing 6 th March 2023. Reason: The Court noted the indication from the appellant that he is interested in prosecuting the appeal but would like to engage alternative counsel and has not yet done so. The Court gave the necessary directions for the progress of the appeal. Case Name: Akilah Anderson v Craig Christopher (Magistrate District “A” Civil Side) [ANUMCVAP2020/0008] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Andrew O’Kola Respondent: No appearance Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:
1.The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27 th February 2023, unless a Notice of discontinuance is sooner filed.
2.The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of this order on the respondent and shall provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: The Court noted the indication from the appellant to his counsel that he wishes to discontinue the appeal. Counsel for the appellant therefore informed the Court that he would take the necessary steps. The matter was adjourned for this to be done. Case Name: Anderson Carty v Gentiste Christian [ANUMCVAP2019/0005] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: No appearance Respondent: No appearance Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:
1.Upon noting that the parties were not served to be present at today’s hearing, th e matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for 27 th February 2023.
2.The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of this order on the parties and shall provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: The Court noted that the parties were not served with the notice of hearing to be present at the status hearing. Th e matter was therefore adjourned to the next status hearing of the Court . Case Name: Channel Abbott v Larry Abbott [ANUMCVAP2020/0003] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Wendel Alexander Respondent: In person Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:
1.The appellant shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 30 th November 2022.
2.The respondent is at liberty to shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 13 th January 2023
3.The appellant is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply if necessary on or before 30 th January 2023.
4.The hearing of the appeal is fixed for the next court of appeal sitting for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for the week commencing 6 th March 2023.
5.The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of the Record of Appeal on the respondent personally and shall provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: The Court was of the view that directions were necessary for the progression of the appeal. Case Name: Eurenda Jeremiah v Karen Frith [ANUMCVAP2020/0007] Date: Monday, 10th October 2022 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: In person Respondent: In person Issues: Status of the matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:
1.The appellant is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 14 th November 2022.
2.The respondent is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 14 th December 2022
3.The appellant is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply if necessary on or before 6 th January, 2023.
4.The hearing of the appeal is fixed for the next court of appeal sitting for Antigua and Barbuda scheduled for the week commencing 6 th March 2023.
5.The Registrar of the High Court shall serve copies of this order on the parties and shall provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: The Court was of the view that directions were necessary for the progression of the appeal.
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