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Civil Procedure |
A body of law or rules enacted by the legislature and court to govern the methods and practices used in civil litigation |
Rule book |
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Civil Matter |
A matter relating to the private rights and remedies sought by action or suit as distinct from criminal proceedings |
Private rights |
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Over-reaching Principle |
To achieve: 1. Speedy and effective justice 2. Avoid delays and unnecessary expenses 3. Ensure that Matters are completely, effectively and finally determined |
Justice, delay and Expense, matters determined |
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Article 157(2) |
Rules of court committee by constitutional intsrument making rules and regulations to govern practices and methods of all courts in ghana |
Rules of court committee |
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Different Court Rules |
Supreme Court Rules C.I 16-1996, amended by C.I 24-1999 Court of appeal rules C.I 19-1997, amended by C.I 21 &25- 1998 High Court (C.P) rules C.I 47-2004, amended H.C.CPA rules C.I 87- 2014 District Court Rules C.I 59 2009 |
C.I s and dates |
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Plaintiff |
A party who brings a a civil suit in a court of law |
Brings |
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Defendant |
A person sued in civil Proceedings or an accused in criminal proceedings (in some jurisdictions) |
Sued |
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Pleadings |
A formal document that a party to legal proceedings sets forth or responds allegations, claims, denials and defenses |
Document |
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Cause of Action |
Collection or group of facts that give rise to one or more basis for a person bringing a lawsuit or factual situation in court which entitles him to remedy |
Facts |
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Proceedings |
The orderly and regular progression of a lawsuit, including all acts and events within the time of commencement till judgement is determined |
Progression |
