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US Supreme Court greenlights temporary enforcement of Trump’s military transgender ban
Shortly after beginning his term, Trump issued executive orders empowering the Pentagon to implement the ban.
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Federal judge declares Trump-era Executive order targeting law firm unconstitutional
Judge Howell found that the executive order—known as EO 1423—breached the First, Fifth, and Sixth Amendments. Describing the directive as an “unjustified assertion of presidential power,” she noted that it amounted to improper governmental...
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Ashanti Region: NDC's petition against three parliamentary seats dismissed by court
The NDC had filed petitions contesting the declared outcomes in Ahafo Ano South-West, Obuasi East, and Ahafo Ano North, insisting that its candidates had legitimately won those seats despite official recounts and the subsequent inauguration...
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Ghana Bar Association urges adherence to rule of law amidst CJ suspension, removal process
In a statement released the following day, April 24, the Association acknowledged that the 1992 Constitution of Ghana outlines the procedure for the removal of a Chief Justice, specifically under Article 146 (6) through (10).
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Prevent jurors from serving in multiple courts-CJ directs in light of 2025 criminal assizes
At the opening of the session in Accra, the Chief Justice stressed the importance of this directive to facilitate efficient and expedited trials.
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Chief Justice unveils reforms to enhance Ghana’s Jury System
At the opening ceremony held at the Law Complex in Accra, the Chief Justice revealed that the pool of eligible jurors has been expanded to include a broader segment of Ghana's population, with a special emphasis on individuals from the priv...
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Proof of contribution not required for ex-spouse to benefit from marital property – Supreme Court
According to their Lordships, where a court deems it just and equitable to convey immovable property as part of a financial settlement, such conveyance can be made under Section 20 of the Matrimonial Causes Act, 1971 (Act 367), regardless o...
Richard Osei Boateng
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Enchi court reverses earlier order releasing excavators seized in galamsey activity
Delivering the ruling on April 2, 2025, Judge Lawrence Buenor Buer admitted that the court lacked the authority to issue the release order made on March 28. He emphasized that the court overstepped its jurisdiction in matters relating to il...
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Thaddeus Sory writes: To thine own self be true – let the law work
Two days later, at 9:20 AM on Thursday, March 27, 2025, the Vincent Ekow Assafuah of Old Tafo, in Kumasi, filed an action at the Supreme Court challenging the President’s referral of the petitions to the Council of State.
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GNAAP urges Government to boost ADR infrastructure and support for justice reform
According to the association, the current conditions under which mediation sessions are conducted do not reflect the nation’s commitment to using Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) as a legitimate method for settling disputes.
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Texas Senate Passes Bill to Display Ten Commandments in Schools
Senate Bill 10, introduced by State Senator Phil King (R-Weatherford), was approved with a 20-11 vote along party lines on March 5. The bill now moves to the Texas House, where it could be voted on soon.
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First-Time Bar exam pass rate rises in 2024, ABA Reports
According to a March 12 news release by the ABA Journal, the aggregate pass rate for first-time test takers in 2024 was 82.79%.
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ADR resolves over 38,447 cases, bringing swift justice to disputes
The mechanism has significantly contributed to reducing court congestion, successfully settling more than 30,000 cases outside traditional litigation.
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South Carolina Prepares for First Firing Squad Execution in 15 Years
Sigmon will be strapped into a chair inside South Carolina’s death chamber. A target will be placed over his heart, and he may choose to say final words before a hood is placed over his head.
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Strengthen Parliamentary Authority, avoid Supreme Court overreliance – Prof. Abotsi advises MPs
He cautioned that rushing to the Judiciary weakens Parliament’s authority, making it less effective in holding both the Executive and its members accountable.
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Business
Groundbreaking Book on Ghana’s Company Law launched in Accra
Nicknamed “The Blue Book,” the first volume, titled Companies, Corporate Insolvency & Restructuring in Ghana, spans 22 chapters and provides clarity on fundamental corporate issues.
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Ghana’s Anti-Corruption battle: SP outlines key reform areas
Speaking at the 5th Annual Constitution Day Public Lecture in Accra, Mr. Agyebeng advocated for the formal integration of the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) into the Constitution to ensure its independence and operational effectiven...
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German court rules Birkenstock sandals are not art
The well-known brand argued that its signature cork-soled sandals should be considered art, providing stronger legal safeguards against imitation products.
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Bollywood music labels sue OpenAI over copyright
The music labels argue that OpenAI, the company behind popular AI tools like ChatGPT, has been using their recordings without permission to train its language models.
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Wife can claim maintenance from second husband even if first marriage subsists-Indian court
The court allowed an appeal filed by the woman against the High Court's judgment of April 13, 2017 which aside the award of Rs 5000 monthly maintenance to her by holding that she could not be considered the legal wife of the respondent as h...
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