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Courts
‘Crying in court’: Bar Council urges action on judicial bullying
Judicial grievance policies cover formal and informal processes for raising concerns relating to harassment, bullying or discrimination.
DL News2 July 2021
US
Judge presses Giuliani, others on $1.3 billion defamation claims
At the end of the four-hour hearing, Nichols said he would take all of the arguments under advisement.
DL News25 June 2021
Courts
AG warns of possible contempt action against #FixTheCountry campaigner
This follows a post by Mr. Vormawor who uses the Facebook handle, Barker H Vogues on Monday morning.
DL News22 June 2021
Europe
Russian court declares Navalny groups ‘extremist’ ahead of elections
The court ordered that FBK be liquidated and its property transferred into the ownership of the Russian Federation
DL News10 June 2021
US
Vancouver police apologize after wrongly handcuffing black judge, 81, while he was out on his morning walk – after they claimed he matched the appearance of an assault suspect in his 40s
Vancouver police have apologized after five officers wrongly handcuffed and detained a retired black judge while he was out on his morning walk
DL News22 May 2021
Others
Cristiano Ronaldo rape accuser demands £56million in damages for ‘pain and suffering
EXCLUSIVE: Former model Kathryn Mayor previously accused former Manchester United and Real Madrid star Christiano Ronaldo of sexually assaulting her in a Las Vegas hotel room in 2009 – which he ‘firmly’ denies
DL News4 May 2021
Others
Firms not required to reveal funding source for client, High Court rules
The High Court has ruled that two law firms acting for a bankrupt client were not required to reveal the source of his litigation funding.
DL News4 May 2021
Courts
A-plus, Prof Asare withdraw suits against govt
Musician, Kwame Asare Obeng aka A-plus, and Professor Stephen Kweku Asare, have decided to no longer pursue their respective legal actions against the government at the Supreme Court.
DL News29 April 2021
General
Roads Ministry to take action against unauthorised structures along roads
The Ministry of Roads and Highways will take legal action against unauthorised structures mounted by roads.
DL News9 April 2021
US
Roc Nation wins legal dispute with insurer over Jordan Feldstein’s death
A New York court last week ruled in favour of Jay-Z’s Roc Nation in a dispute with UK-based insurance company HCC International relating to the death in 2017 of artist manager Jordan Feldstein.
DL News22 March 2021
Asia
Hong Kong Still a Great Place for Business but Rule of Law at Risk, Says New Bar Association Chair
Hong Kong Bar Association chairman Paul Harris, who has been lambasted by China’s state media and central government since he assumed the legal organization’s top position in January, said he still believes Hong Kong remains a great place f...
DL News10 March 2021
Europe
French schoolgirl admits lying about murdered teacher Samuel Paty
A French schoolgirl has admitted lying and fabricating a story about her teacher, who was beheaded last year after her accusations against him.
DL News10 March 2021
Business
Uber drivers are workers not self-employed, Supreme Court rules
Uber drivers must be treated as workers rather than self-employed, the UK's Supreme Court has ruled. The decision could mean thousands of Uber drivers are entitled to minimum wage and holiday pay.
DL News19 February 2021
Election Petition
Jean Mensa accounted for her work the day she declared the result – Gabby Otchere-Darko
Founder and Executive Director of the Danquah Institute has reacted to persistent calls by the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) for the Electoral Commissioner to mount the witness box in the ongoing election petition.
DL News13 February 2021
Election Petition
Akoto Ampaw exposed inconsistencies in Mahama’s petition through Asiedu Nketia – Oppong Nkrumah
Akoto Ampaw has been able to expose what he claimed are inconsistencies in the election petition filed by John Mahama, the 2020 presidential candidate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC).
DL News1 February 2021
General
Constitutional reform must deliver institutions that serve Ghanaians
This article examines the need for meaningful constitutional reforms in Ghana, focusing on judicial independence, transparent appointments, adequate institutional funding and accountability. It highlights the political, social and administr...
Valentin Mensah PhD28 October 2026
General
One-year anniversary of late Justice Rita Agyeman-Budu to be commemorated with Foundation Launch, Headstone unveiling next month
The three-day commemoration, scheduled for November 20 to 22, 2026, will be held to celebrate the life and legacy of the late Justice, who passed away in July 2025 at the age of 64.
DL News28 October 2026
Courts
Full Text: Wontumi’s reflections from prison
Chairman Wontumi notes that his incarceration has been a period of deep reflection. He has had first-hand interaction with prison officers, inmates, and the conditions under which the Ghana Prison Service operates - a system he says has see...
Dr. Palgrave Boakye-Danquah28 October 2026
Courts
Court jails Ghana Christian University President for contempt
Rev. Dr James Yamoah was sentenced to 14 days’ imprisonment by the Adenta High Court on June 11, 2026.
DL News12 June 2026
General
Isaac Nlason elected Ghana School of Law SRC President
His message throughout the campaign centred on student welfare, academic support and stronger engagement between the SRC and the student body.
DL News25 May 2026