Introduction When an accused person is arraigned, the substance of the charge is stated and explained to them, including the date, time, place, the person or thing affected, and the law creating the offence. The accused may then answer “guilty” or “not guilty.” In practice, a third response is common, namely “guilty with explanation,” even […]
Kusi-Appiah & Associates Celebrates Gabriel Larweteh and GIMPA Law School’s Moot Court TriumphKusi-Appiah & Associates Celebrates Gabriel Larweteh and GIMPA Law School’s Moot Court Triumph Kusi-Appiah & Associates proudly congratulates Gabriel Larweteh, a recent intern of the Firm, on his outstanding achievement as a member of the GIMPA Law School team that emerged Champions of […]
Introduction: The Concept and Purpose of Bail In criminal law, bail refers to the temporary release of a person who has been arrested or charged with a criminal offence, on the condition that the person will return to the police or court whenever required. In simple terms, bail is a legal promise by an accused […]
Introduction Privilege, in legal terms, refers to a special right, exemption, or immunity granted to a person or class of persons, enabling them to lawfully do or refrain from doing something that would otherwise expose them to liability. Legal privilege seeks to protect certain communications and relationships from compulsory disclosure in court, thereby promoting fairness, […]
Q1: What is Copyright? A1: Copyright is a legal protection granted to the creators of original works. This protection allows authors, artists, and other creators to control the use of their works, ensuring they can reproduce, distribute, perform, display, or license their creations. Copyright helps to encourage creativity and innovation by providing creators with the […]
In a recent appearance on UTV’s “Mmra no se sen,” the Head of our firm, Edwin Kusi-Appiah Esq., shed light on the intricacies of abetment of crime in Ghana. In this informative segment, Edwin Kusi-Appiah Esq. explains the concept of abetment, its types, and the consequences of aiding or encouraging criminal activity.
Every Company at a point will require growth. Depending on the size of the company, investments may be required in the form of either equity (shares) or debt (loans). If the investment is acquired in the form of debt, then a financial institution may be resorted to on terms and conditions to be agreed between […]
As the operations of a company expand, it will be necessary to employ people to support the work under various arrangements. It is always advisable to spell out the terms and conditions into a contractual agreement. Once this is done, it defines the scope of work and the respective obligations of each other. In Ghana, […]
After the successful incorporation of a company, the law requires certain meetings to be held by the company as a going concern. Among such meetings are the Annual General Meetings (“AGM”) and the Board of Directors Meetings (“Board Meetings”). Concerning the time interval for having an AGM, it should not be more than fifteen (“15”) […]