David Amaara Adaawin
OASL’s 300 Customary Land Secretariats Plan: A Quiet Reset for Ghana’s Land Economy
Ghana plans to establish 300 new Customary Land Secretariats in 2026, aiming to reduce land disputes, boost investor confidence, create…
Your Brand, Your Identity: What to Know About Trademarks in Ghana
Trademark registration may sound simple on paper, but in practice, small mistakes can cost you time, money, and your brand…
Caveats and Citations in Estate Administration: Legal Safeguards That Matter
Estate administration disputes can be managed with caveats to pause suspicious grants and citations to prompt action or replacement of…
Inside Ghana’s Free Zone Regime: What Investors Should Know
The Free Zones scheme offers a range of benefits that reduce operational costs and enhance profit margins for export-oriented businesses
When Someone Dies in Ghana: What Happens to Their Property and Who’s in Charge?
When someone dies in Ghana, their estate must be legally managed by executors or administrators. This guide explains the process,…
Who Takes Charge When Someone Dies? Understanding Executors and Administrators in Ghana
When someone passes away in Ghana, things do not simply sort themselves out. The law steps in to guide how…
From Idea to Market: A Business Guide to Patents in Ghana
A patent protects your invention by giving you exclusive rights in Ghana for 20 years. This article breaks down the…
Contempt of Court in Ghana: A Hidden Threat to Business Integrity
Contempt of court may appear distant, or something for politicians, criminals, or the dramatic scenes in legal dramas. But in…
When a Contract Cracks: Understanding Discharge by Breach in Ghanaian Law
When a party backs out before fulfilling a promise, contract law empowers the other to end the deal or hold…
“I Never Meant to Sign That!” — The Doctrine of Non Est Factum in Ghanaian Law
Non est factum protects those misled into signing fundamentally different documents—only if they weren’t negligent. Courts demand diligence to uphold…
From Promise to Judgment: The High Stakes of Specific Performance
Courts usually award money for broken contracts, but specific performance forces delivery when money won’t do—like for unique items or…
Going Global With Your Business? Here are 7 Key Legal Considerations
Expanding globally boosts growth, but legal missteps can ruin success. Understand local laws, taxes, and protections—get expert help to stay…
Served Half the Waakye? What You Need to Know on the Law on Discharge by Performance
In contract law, full performance is key to payment, but exceptions—like substantial or accepted partial performance—can provide relief when fairness…
Inside Ghana’s Judiciary: The Courts That Shape Justice and What Every Citizen Must Know
Ghana’s legal system is a structured and hierarchical mechanism designed to uphold justice, promote accountability, and safeguard the Constitution. From…
Negligence Isn’t Always One-Way: Legal Defences Every Smart Business Should Know
Businesses can manage negligence claims using contributory negligence and voluntary risk assumption, reducing liability when harm is partly the claimant’s…