Lumba's funeral to take place after injunction applicants fail to pay GH¢2m compensation

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K. Opoku-London-UK 3 months ago

Very sad but it is a very good news. Why are we greedy and selfish? Why are we vindictive and wicked? All these are NOT necessary. Let us show LOVE and say a great GOODBYE to the GREAT MAN and a LEGEND. You are trying to tarn ...
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Very sad but it is a very good news. Why are we greedy and selfish? Why are we vindictive and wicked? All these are NOT necessary. Let us show LOVE and say a great GOODBYE to the GREAT MAN and a LEGEND. You are trying to tarnish his REPUTATION.
K. Opoku-London-UK 3 months ago

Seeking a late injunction to stop an arranged contractual funeral service in the UK and anywhere in this world--can have significant financial consequences, primarily involving substantial legal costs, potential liability for ...
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Seeking a late injunction to stop an arranged contractual funeral service in the UK and anywhere in this world--can have significant financial consequences, primarily involving substantial legal costs, potential liability for the funeral director's losses, and a potential order to pay the other party's legal fees.
Significant Financial Consequences
High Legal Costs: Injunctions are notoriously expensive, especially urgent, last-minute applications which often require out-of-hours legal work. Legal fees for solicitors and barristers can quickly run into thousands or even tens of thousands of pounds, depending on the complexity and urgency of the case.
Court Fees: There is an initial court fee for filing an injunction application, typically around £500.
Adverse Costs Order: The general rule in English litigation is that the losing party pays the winning party's legal costs. If your application is unsuccessful or the court decides it was without merit, you could be ordered to pay the other party's (e.g., the person who arranged the funeral or the funeral director's) legal fees, significantly increasing your financial liability.
Cross-Undertaking in Damages: The court will typically require the applicant (the person seeking the injunction) to give a "cross-undertaking in damages". This means that if the injunction is granted but the court later decides it should not have been (e.g., at a full trial), the applicant must compensate the other party for any losses sustained as a consequence of the delay or cancellation.
Contractual Liabilities: The person who signed the contract with the funeral director is personally liable for the costs incurred. Stopping the service late may constitute a breach of contract, and you could be held liable for any cancellation fees or costs for services already rendered that the funeral director is entitled to recover under their terms and conditions (e.g., costs for the coffin, preparation of the body, venue hire, etc.).
Other Potential Consequences
Irreparable Family Damage: This type of hostile litigation is highly sensitive and can cause long-term, irreparable damage to family relationships during an already difficult time of grieving.
Contempt of Court: If an injunction order is granted and you or any third party with notice of the order deliberately disobey its terms, it can result in serious penalties, including fines or imprisonment.
Given the significant costs and the sensitive nature of these disputes, the court often encourages parties to attempt mediation or a compromise. It is critical to seek specialist legal advice immediately to weigh up the risks and options available.
Ghanaman 3 months ago

The 2 million was carefully calculated. Hehehe!

The 2 million was carefully calculated. Hehehe!
Tonka 3 months ago

My donation goes to Odo Broni and not wicked DL family

My donation goes to Odo Broni and not wicked DL family
Lance 3 months ago

This is very sweet to hear.

This is very sweet to hear.
Sei Kutuu 3 months ago

Sei bam, rest well DL. wicked family, shameful ex wife.

Sei bam, rest well DL. wicked family, shameful ex wife.
K. Opoku-London-UK 3 months ago

Seeking a late injunction to stop an arranged contractual funeral service in the UK and anywhere in the World can have significant financial consequences, primarily involving substantial legal costs, potential liability for t ...
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Seeking a late injunction to stop an arranged contractual funeral service in the UK and anywhere in the World can have significant financial consequences, primarily involving substantial legal costs, potential liability for the funeral director's losses, and a potential order to pay the other party's legal fees.
Significant Financial Consequences
High Legal Costs: Injunctions are notoriously expensive, especially urgent, last-minute applications which often require out-of-hours legal work. Legal fees for solicitors and barristers can quickly run into thousands or even tens of thousands of pounds, depending on the complexity and urgency of the case.
Court Fees: There is an initial court fee for filing an injunction application, typically around £500.
Adverse Costs Order: The general rule in English litigation is that the losing party pays the winning party's legal costs. If your application is unsuccessful or the court decides it was without merit, you could be ordered to pay the other party's (e.g., the person who arranged the funeral or the funeral director's) legal fees, significantly increasing your financial liability.
Cross-Undertaking in Damages: The court will typically require the applicant (the person seeking the injunction) to give a "cross-undertaking in damages". This means that if the injunction is granted but the court later decides it should not have been (e.g., at a full trial), the applicant must compensate the other party for any losses sustained as a consequence of the delay or cancellation.
Contractual Liabilities: The person who signed the contract with the funeral director is personally liable for the costs incurred. Stopping the service late may constitute a breach of contract, and you could be held liable for any cancellation fees or costs for services already rendered that the funeral director is entitled to recover under their terms and conditions (e.g., costs for the coffin, preparation of the body, venue hire, etc.).
Other Potential Consequences
Irreparable Family Damage: This type of hostile litigation is highly sensitive and can cause long-term, irreparable damage to family relationships during an already difficult time of grieving.
Contempt of Court: If an injunction order is granted and you or any third party with notice of the order deliberately disobey its terms, it can result in serious penalties, including fines or imprisonment.
Given the significant costs and the sensitive nature of these disputes, the court often encourages parties to attempt mediation or a compromise. It is critical to seek specialist legal advice immediately to weigh up the risks and options available.
Roce Koran 3 months ago

GOOD NEWS, the 1st judgement was absurd. The Judge has been very smart, seeking to injunct an event that would put an irreparable financial cost on the other party at the last hour is grossly unfair more so those seeking the ...
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GOOD NEWS, the 1st judgement was absurd. The Judge has been very smart, seeking to injunct an event that would put an irreparable financial cost on the other party at the last hour is grossly unfair more so those seeking the injunction are doing with bad faith. Who in GH don't know the intentions of BREPOMAA, MAD PAPA SHEE and co. Very happy. Rest Well DL.
Kwadwo 3 months ago

Daddy Lumba now can go and Rest in Peace.This is all that i have been hoping for.

Daddy Lumba now can go and Rest in Peace.This is all that i have been hoping for.
Jack Sparrow 3 months ago

Nobody should pay a dime to the family by passes them nd secretly give ur part to odo broni

Nobody should pay a dime to the family by passes them nd secretly give ur part to odo broni

Kwame Peter 3 months ago

The court has put paid to the clearly mischievous actions of Brempomaa and co.Donors must through and know the direction of their generous donations,Ako Brempomaa,Ako Serwaa did not spend anything cash or physical when Lumba ...
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The court has put paid to the clearly mischievous actions of Brempomaa and co.Donors must through and know the direction of their generous donations,Ako Brempomaa,Ako Serwaa did not spend anything cash or physical when Lumba was bedridden.
Teddy more 3 months ago

Hello ghanaian DJ, across the world. Why don't you make a contribution to pay for compensation.
Trust me every ghanaian DJ there's no way they will spin without tracking lumba tunes.
Even common drinking bars do pray lu ...
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Hello ghanaian DJ, across the world. Why don't you make a contribution to pay for compensation.
Trust me every ghanaian DJ there's no way they will spin without tracking lumba tunes.
Even common drinking bars do pray lumba music
Please do help not all
Thank you
Obaa Sima 3 months ago

I am surprised people are jubilating over this. How many people do you think will be driving far to attend this funeral? This means many of the children overseas will not show up. This is going to be terribly organized.

I am surprised people are jubilating over this. How many people do you think will be driving far to attend this funeral? This means many of the children overseas will not show up. This is going to be terribly organized.
Yaw 3 months ago

Travesty of Justice. Judge after his ruling recalled lawyers after parties were gone to change his ruling? Hahaha only in Ghana.

Travesty of Justice. Judge after his ruling recalled lawyers after parties were gone to change his ruling? Hahaha only in Ghana.
school drop-outs - a loving sidechick is better than a hateful wife 3 months ago

they tried to disgrace the man. the family and the ex wife. to be honest anyone that loves to take things to court all the time even after elders, manhyia etc has come in is a certified litigant. thank God they lost. now you ...
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they tried to disgrace the man. the family and the ex wife. to be honest anyone that loves to take things to court all the time even after elders, manhyia etc has come in is a certified litigant. thank God they lost. now you can come to the funeral or just stay home till it's your own funeral. Odo broni will bring the will out and you'll be shock lumba will even give her everything however she may share some to the other kids and lumba's family. showing love is better than having a ring or certificate

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