Tag: ADR
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Chief Justice Urges Lawyers to Embrace ADR for Faster, Fairer Justice
Introduction: A Call for Systemic Change In a decisive address to the legal profession, Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie urged lawyers across the nation to fully embrace Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR). The call, framed as a proactive step toward faster and fairer outcomes, emphasizes that ADR is not a threat to lawyers’ incomes but a framework…
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Chief Justice Urges Lawyers to Embrace Alternative Dispute Resolution
Chief Justice calls for a shift toward Alternative Dispute Resolution In a bold statement to the legal community, Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie urged lawyers nationwide to embrace Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) as a practical, modern path to resolving disputes. The call, delivered during a high-profile session with jurists and practicing lawyers, stressed that ADR is…
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Chief Justice Urges Lawyers to Embrace ADR for Quicker, Fairer Justice
Introduction: A call to adapt Ghana’s Chief Justice, Paul Baffoe-Bonnie, has urged lawyers across the country to fully embrace Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR). He stated that ADR is not a threat to lawyers’ incomes but a practical tool to settle disputes more quickly, reduce court backlogs, and deliver timely justice to all parties involved. The…
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Judge Cautions Chiefs Against Handling Criminal Cases Under ADR in Asogli State
Background: ADR and the Asogli State The discussion centers on the use of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) mechanisms within the Asogli State, a traditional region in Ghana known for its influential chieftaincy system. ADR techniques, including mediation and arbitration, have gained traction as faster, more amicable routes for resolving civil disputes. However, their applicability to…
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Asogli ADR: Judges Warn Chiefs Against Handling Criminal Cases
Justice Mensah-Homiah Speaks on ADR Boundaries Justice Angelina Mensah-Homiah, a respected member of Ghana’s Court of Appeal, has issued a clear reminder about the limits of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) within the Asogli State. During a recent sensitisation engagement on ADR, she cautioned chiefs and traditional authorities not to adjudicate criminal matters under ADR mechanisms.…
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Judge Warns Chiefs: Keep Criminal Cases Out of ADR in Asogli State
Judicial Warning: Chiefs Urged to Limit ADR to Civil and Traditional Reservations Justice Angelina Mensah-Homiah, a member of Ghana’s Court of Appeal, has issued a clear cautIon to chiefs within the Asogli State about adjudicating criminal matters through the Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) mechanism. The judiciary’s stance underscores the principle that crime and punishment fall…
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Adverse Reactions to Acetaminophen and Ibuprofen in Children: A Narrative Review
Overview: Why a Narrative Review on Pediatric ADRs Matters Acetaminophen and ibuprofen are among the most commonly used over-the-counter medications for fever and pain in children. While their safety profiles are well established when used correctly, reports of suspected adverse drug reactions (ADRs) in pediatric populations have risen in recent years. This trend coincides with…
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The Space Junk Crisis: Why Orbital Debris Is the Next Big Threat to Our Future in Space
The Growing Threat of Orbital Debris Space has long stood as a frontier of human ambition, where satellites orbiting Earth enable weather forecasting, communications, GPS, and scientific discovery. Yet the very infrastructure that powers our connected world is increasingly threatened by a growing cloud of debris circling the planet. From defunct satellites to spent rocket…
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The Space Junk Crisis: Why Orbital Debris Is The Next Big Threat To Our Future
Introduction: A crowded orbit and rising stakes Space has long symbolized ambition, innovation, and exploration. But as humanity’s footprint around Earth expands, so does a hidden threat: orbital debris. Thousands of defunct satellites, spent stages, and shattered fragments—collectively dubbed “cosmic junk”—now zigzag through the near-Earth environment at stunning speeds. The consequences aren’t just theoretical: each…