Articles
Court finds government’s controversial Port Referendum Law is incompatible with the Constitution
19 February, 2020
In a landmark decision handed down today by the Honourable Mr. Justice Tim Owen, the Grand Court of the Cayman Islands has found that the ‘Referendum (People-Initiated Referendum Regarding the Port) Law 2019’ (the “Port Referendum Law”) is incompatible with section 70(1) of the Cayman Islands Constitution Order 2009 (the “Constitution”).
Cayman Islands introduces Data Protection Law 2017
2 October, 2019
The DPL is a law intended to bring the Cayman Islands into compliance with international standards of Data Protection. The DPL does this by regulating the collection and use of data provided by individuals to entities who they engage to provide services in connection with a personal or professional activity.
Construction Contracts: Part One - Key Considerations for all Parties
23 July, 2019
It is a reality that on most construction projects, the contract between the parties is often not finalised, not signed or simply forgotten. This means that each party doesn't always know what their obligations are, and there is no agreed formula for resolving problems or disputes when they arise. Whether you are a homeowner, developer or subcontractor, our July article provides practical advice on what you can do to protect your investment from the outset and avoid costly mistakes.
Mediation: Where there’s a will, there’s a way…
1 April, 2019
Mediation is a dispute resolution option, which is alternative to a court hearing or trial. A neutral facilitator, the mediator, assists the parties in crafting a resolution of the issues between them.
Worldwide Freezing Orders: Court tightens its control over wilfully evasive judgment debtors
21 March, 2019
Until the Court of Appeal’s recent decision in Michael Wilson & Partners Ltd v Emmott [2019] EWCA Civ 219 a commonplace feature of worldwide freezing orders has been the exemption permitting the respondent whose assets are otherwise frozen to continue making payments in the ordinary course of business. This exception is known as the “Angel Bell” exception.
Contract Law: The Practical Implications of a Recent Supreme Court Decision with Respect to Oral Contracts
4 March, 2019
The recent decision of the UK Supreme Court in Wells v Devani [2019] UKSC 4 has important practical considerations for attorneys to keep in mind when advising upon the enforceability of oral contracts. It is considered to be a practical and sensible approach which in many instances will pour cold water on the hopes of contractors who wish to rely upon the use of imprecise words, or a lack of certain terms, to avoid their contractual obligations.
Accidents at Work
18 February, 2019
Responsible employers recognise that taking appropriate health and safety measures to protect their employees and customers is a good business decision.
Labour Law Considerations for Employers in the Cayman Islands
13 December, 2018
If you are an employer in tLabour law essentials for Cayman employers — contracts, termination, minimum wage, discrimination, and compliance guidance from Broadhurst LLC.he Cayman Islands there are a number of considerations which you must keep in mind when engaging, terminating or agreeing terms and conditions for employees.
Asset Tracing & Recovery: Recognition and Enforcement of Foreign Judgments in the Cayman Islands
14 November, 2018
Broadhurst LLC have recently obtained local recognition of a New York judgment to obtain a post-judgment Mareva Order freezing a debtor’s assets worldwide as well as a Banker’s Books Order requiring the disclosure of a Defendants’ historical banking records.
Can a debtor who is subject to insolvency proceedings obtain additional finance?
24 July, 2018
In this video, Kyle Broadhurst of Broadhurst LLC (Director, Cayman Islands) and Jeffrey Lieseme (Member of Caplin & Drysdale, Chartered, United States) discuss whether a debtor who is subject to insolvency proceedings can obtain additional finance within their respective jurisdictions.