With the recently passed Purpose Trust Bill, 2004, The Bahamas has added another dimension to the jurisdiction’s trust business.

A Norwich Pharmacal Order against an ‘innocent' third party will only be granted if the court is satisfied it is for a ‘proper purpose', a court has ruled.

The decision by the US Bankruptcy Court in Re Northshore Mainland Services, Inc et al (Case No 15-11402-KJC) (Baha Mar) shows sensible judicial restraint in favour of offshore courts (where appropriate).

The appointment of a Single Joint Expert to provide expert evidence to the court in civil proceedings is always intended to save time – and the all-important legal costs of the parties.

A landmark ruling has clarified that doctors owe no duty of care towards the family of a patient they are treating.

Expert witness reports are crucial in substantiating a personal injury claim; must be disclosed within the appropriate time required by court rules – even if you don't like its contents.

The reasoned report of a medical expert is critical to the success of any personal injury claim.

The important role of expert witnesses in persona.l injury cases – indeed, many civil claims – is one that cannot be overestimated...

If you've suffered an injury in the workplace, you can claim compensation if your employer breached their duty of care – but where do you stand if you were partly to blame?

The Bahamas and Australia have signed a Memorandum of Understanding under which the two countries will exchange financial intelligence to combat money laundering and terrorism financing.

As experienced shipping lawyers we're regularly involved in complex legal disputes involving ship owners, charterers, lenders, port authorities and others.