Litigation Costs Awards in the Cayman Islands
Next to “what will it cost?” the question, “will I get my costs?”, is probably one of the most common questions that litigation lawyers deal with when advising clients.
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The Enforcement of Foreign Judgments in the Cayman Islands
English courts following common law principles, applicable in the Cayman Islands, have recognized and enforced judgments of foreign courts since the 17th century.
Security for Costs in Litigation in the Cayman Islands
Following established English practice and procedure, litigation in the Cayman Islands operates on a “loser pay” basis, i.e. the loser pays the winner’s costs.
Enforcement of Foreign Arbitral Awards in the Cayman Islands
Most foreign arbitral awards sought to be enforced in the Cayman Islands will be Convention awards i.e. arbitral awards under the New York Convention.
Crawford Adjusters v. Sagicor General - Hampson and Company change centuries-old law
On 13 June 2013 the Commonwealth’s highest court, the Privy Council in London, awarded Caymanian surveyor, Alastair Paterson, substantial damages at the end of a legal saga.
Andrade v. Frederick: Hampson and Company obtain judgment important to the auto insurance industry and claimants
Hampson and Company obtain judgment important to the auto insurance industry and claimants in motor vehicle accident cases