Tag: Court Proceedings
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Forum Shopping in Nigerian Jurisprudence: Meaning and Judicial Disapproval
Forum shopping involves pursuing the same dispute before different courts or forums in an attempt to obtain a favourable outcome. Nigerian courts have developed principles for addressing and preventing the practice.
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What to Do When Served with Court Papers in Nigeria
Being served with court papers requires prompt attention and an understanding of the steps needed to protect your rights and respond within the applicable time limits.
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When to Draw the Line: Courts and Preliminary Objections in Nigerian Law
Preliminary objections are intended to address threshold issues and should not be used to determine substantive matters before those issues are properly heard.