A hospital must pay GH¢5,000 for being late with its legal papers. The Ho High Court made this decision.
Justice Rosemarie Afua Asante presided over the case.
The hospital, Central Aflao Hospital, was late in amending its defense. This happened in an ongoing medical negligence case.
The family of Linda Adua, a caterer who died, brought the lawsuit.
Legal costs are fees paid for court procedures. The court ordered the hospital to pay these costs to the family.
This case involves claims of medical negligence. It means the family believes the hospital did not provide proper care.
The court's decision shows the importance of following legal timelines.
Hospitals and healthcare providers must respond promptly in legal matters.