David Amaara Adaawin
Trusts: Common Mistakes to Avoid for Effective Estate Planning
Trusts are one of the various ways to keep ones assets. However too often, many make common mistakes which should…
A Real Estate Deal Gone Wrong: Godwin Kofi Ofori v. George Adu Duah
A court ruled in favor of Godwin Ofori after real estate agent George Adu Duah failed to deliver rented property,…
Protecting Ideas in Ghana: A Guide to Intellectual Property Laws
Intellectual property (IP) laws in Ghana protect creativity, inventions, and brands, fostering innovation, fair competition, and economic growth. Key laws…
Think You Know the Law? These 10 Ghanaian Rules Might Surprise You
Ghana's lesser-known laws include reporting infectious diseases, declaring dual citizenship, assisting police, preventing noise pollution, avoiding vigilantism, fair business practices,…
A Battle for Authorship: The case of FRED KUSIM AWINDAOGO vs. MARTIN LUTHER KPEBU AND JOSEPHINE TEKPERTEY
A court declared Fred Kussim and Martin Kpebu joint authors of "The Annotated Evidence Act," emphasizing collaboration, originality, and shared…
A Quiet Courtroom, a Costly Loan: The Case of Quick Credit & Investment MicroCredit vs. Fumesua
A borrower defaulted on a GH₵2,000 loan, missed court, and was ordered to pay GH₵2,090 plus interest and costs. Key…
From Incorporation to Success: The Role of a Company’s Constitution
A company constitution is an optional legal document under Ghana's Companies Act, 2019 (Act 992). It customizes governance, defines roles,…
Trapped in an Unfair Contract? Here’s What You Need to Know
Contracts should protect all parties, but unfair or invalid ones can arise. In Ghana, laws protect against issues like incapacity,…
Power in Numbers: How General Meetings Shape Company Decisions in Ghana
General and Extraordinary General Meetings (AGMs and EGMs) are vital for corporate decision-making in Ghana, ensuring accountability, transparency, and adaptability…
The Corporate Guardian: Unlocking the Role of a Company Secretary
Under Ghana's Companies Act 2019, a Company Secretary ensures compliance, governance, and record-keeping. Qualified professionals assist boards, enforce laws, and…
Understanding Official Liquidation in Ghana: Five Ways to Initiate the Process
Liquidation ends a company's operations, with official liquidation governed by the Corporate Insolvency and Restructuring Act. There are five modes…
Directors of a Company in Ghana: Understanding Their Role and Responsibilities
Directors, pivotal in Ghanaian corporate governance, are appointed through promoters, shareholders, continuing directors, or court. Disqualifications include age, mental incapacity,…
Means of Raising Capital for Businesses Under Ghana’s Companies Law
Companies in Ghana can raise capital through public or private share offers, rights issues, capitalization, debt conversion, and debentures, providing…
Lessons from Johnson v. Western Fresh Bottling Co. Ltd: A Cautionary Tale For Share Purchase Agreements
An American pensioner, Florindo Fidele Johnson, lost a legal battle after her share purchase and loan agreements with Western Fresh…
Incorporation of a Company In Ghana – What You Need To Know
Incorporating a company in Ghana offers legal protection, business credibility, and the ability to operate independently, following a structured process…