Did the Jamaican doctor put a microchip in my head?
QUESTION: Dear Legal Wiz, Since being here on the island, I had an accident. Since I was released from the hospital where I did surgery, I have been hearing voices. I am convinced that the doctors placed a microchip in my head. I called around to several security companies and no one knows where I […]
Find the Right Cocktail Dress, Regardless of Your Body Type
The versatile cocktail dress is a must-have item for every woman. These dresses can be accessorized to be suitable for occasions other than early evening parties. And cocktail dresses are available for all body types, so no one has to be without one. To wear a cocktail dress to a more formal event, all you […]
Conversation with Sweetie Confectionery CEO, Patria-Kaye Aarons
This week we have a conversation with Sweetie Confectionery CEO, Patria-Kaye Aarons. Sweetie Confectionery is one of only 2 candy making companies in Jamaica; and the only one in the Caribbean producing authentic Caribbean flavoured confectionery like jackfruit, mango, guava, pomegranate and june plum. Patria-Kaye Aarons has a wealth of experience in launching and successfully […]
How do I get records of probate of a Jamaican’s 1899 Will?
QUESTION: Dear Legal Wiz, My great grand father left a will in 1899 thereabouts, which my brothers and I think a probate was done for. We just want to know if the probate was done as the document we have in our possession says Resident Magistrate Court. Can you guide us on how to check […]
An Easy Way to Lose Your Apartment, for a Few Dollars – Jamaica Real Estate Advice & Tips
Last November the government amended an Act in Parliament that makes it easier than before for a Strata Corporation to sell an owner’s strata unit to recoup arrears of maintenance fees. This recent amendment goes as far as allowing a Strata Corporation to cancel an owner’s Certificate of Title with or without his or her consent. […]
12 Questions for an Expat in Jamaica – Australian Rosanna Swarts talks about living in Jamaica
We recently had a conversation with Australian Rosanna Swarts, about living as an expatriate in Jamaica. Rosanna tells us about her experience in Jamaica, including advice to other expats who may consider moving to the island. What are Rosanna’s likes and dislikes about Jamaica? Find out in our conversation with Rosanna Swarts. Your name, title, […]
5 Questions with Glen Laman Author of the book, Jamaican Entrepreneurship
This week we have a conversation with Jamaican author, Glen Laman. He recently wrote the book, Jamaican Entrepreneurship a review of the characteristics, traits and ideas of some of the island’s most accomplished entrepreneurs. We ask Mr. Laman about five things he learned about Jamaican Entrepreneurship while writing the book. 1. Is there one trait […]
My British cousin is arrested in Jamaica, I need an update?
QUESTION: Dear Legal Wiz, Last week you assisted me in finding out where my cousin, who is a British National, was, after he called that he was arrested. I tried to call the police station and I keep getting the runaround. I dont know what happened since you gave me a court date. I need […]
Why cant I get my Jamaican birth certificate with no surname from RGD?
How do I check if a probate is real in Jamaica, if lawyer fees are too high?
QUESTION: Dear Legal Wiz, An attorney who assisted me to get a probate of a will over 15 years ago cannot be found. When I showed the copy of what he gave me to the new attorney, I was told it looked forged. The document was obtained in the Resident Magistrate Court in the country. […]