MARLEY: Definite collection of Bob Marley’s Life Directed by Kevin MacDonald – Marley Film Review
By now you may have heard of, watched or are looking forward to viewing the latest in a string of documentaries attempting to unravel the music and life of reggae superstar Bob Marley. So what can the new documentary ‘Marley’ reveal to us that others have not covered? As a hardcore Bob Marley fan […]
Probating from Florida… can I?
QUESTION: Dear Legal Wiz, I read your article on ‘Will or no will – How to Probate in Jamaica‘. My mother died in Miami, Fl in 2008. We are probating her Estate here, as there is an appointed Administrator in the State of Florida. Do we have to go through the same process for an […]
Review – Kingston Pon Di River Festival: Jamaica’s Latest Cultural Festival
This year’s Kingston Pon Di River Literary, Arts, and Music Festival boasted a mesmerizing weekend of performances and is yet another great reason to pack your bags and hop on a flight to Kingston, Jamaica! Known for its vibrant nightlife—clubs pulsating to the beat of dancehall and sidesplitting theatre productions—Jamaica’s capital city is sometimes overlooked […]
Please explain how they come up with these charges on goods I am to collect at the Jamaica post office?
QUESTION: Dear Legal Wiz, Before I go out of my mind, please help me to understand how they come up with taxes and charges on things I get from abroad AT THE POST OFFICE of all places. I asked for an explanation, but because I was so upset I was not really listening. Tonya […]
Review – "Another Fabulous Designer Fashion Show" a premier showcase for Caribbean and International Designer Fashion – Atlanta
A Fashion affair Inc. presented its loyal Atlanta guests with a celebration of culture & independence in fashion. This year’s show was a tribute to Jamaica’s independence and our culture with a collective of fashion focused on Caribbean culture and heritage from Africa, European and Asian ancestry. Designers such as Uzuri International, Pablo Palair, Shades […]
Clarity-on-charity begins at home?
Upon arrival back from Kingston,Jamaica the immigration officer said “Why where you in Kingston? There’s nothing there. Lots of poverty…” He was somewhat bemused at my insistence of millionaire mansions, private jets, sushi and jazz clubs. There’s a LOT of money in Jamaica! As well as a poverty. This poverty has all too often become […]
Immigration: "Green Card" Permanent Residence (Frequently Asked Questions)
For this month we will be discussing some common questions that we receive from prospective clients who are getting ready to pursue their permanent residence “green card’ through their spouse. 1. Question: I am engaged and my fiancé and I want to know more about the immigration process to obtain my permanent residence. Answer: Great […]
Book Review: The Longer Run: A Daughter’s Story of Arthur Wint
Summary:A star was born on March 25, 1920 in the quiet rural community of Plowden in the parish of Manchester, Jamaica. Arthur Stanley Wint is perhaps best known as Jamaica’s first Olympic Gold Medallist and has been profiles as such in his native island’s rich athletic history. However, little is known of the man who […]
Review: Jamaican Comedy Comes to Brooklyn – Ity and Fancy Cat comedy show ‘Jamaican Laughter"
On Saturday March 14th, 2012 unquestionably the best of Jamaican comedy in the shape of Roza Roze aka Noel Ellis, Ian “Ity” Ellis, Alton “Fancy Cat” Hardware, Winston “Blakka Ellis and Kathy Grant also known as ‘The Country Helper’ took over Wingate High School in Brooklyn with their own brand of comedic madness and mayhem […]
Can I get back my Jamaica land that executor, lawyer sold?
QUESTION: Dear Legal Wiz,Imagine my dilemma and see if you can help me. I was left property in Manchester, by my father who died. I could not come out, to Jamaica, to deal with it, but, kept in touch with the executor. I came out, to Jamaica, the other day to see persons living on […]