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Accrued Wages and Reinstatement: Employer's Obligation Despite Appeal
Philippine Supreme Court clarifies that employers must pay accrued wages when they delay reinstatement pending appeal, even if the dismissal is later upheld.
Judicial Accountability: The Price of Delay in Case Resolution
A look at how courts are held accountable for delays in resolving cases, and what this means for litigants and the justice system.
Judicial Accountability: Dismissal for Undue Delay and False Certifications
A Philippine Supreme Court ruling shows judges can be dismissed for gross inefficiency and dishonesty over delayed cases and false certificates of service.
Breach of Duty, Misuse of Judiciary Funds, and the Consequences for Court Personnel
A Supreme Court ruling shows how clerks of court who delay remitting judiciary funds face serious administrative liability, even if they later pay the amounts back.
Judicial Efficiency VS Delay Striking THE Balance IN Case Resolution 2
Clerks of Court and Simple Neglect of Duty: The Migriño Case on Delayed Execution
The Supreme Court held a Clerk of Court liable for simple neglect of duty for delays in scheduling and executing a final judgment, affirming that court personnel must act with diligence.
Judicial Independence vs Prompt Resolution: Balancing Justice and Timeliness in Court Decisions
A Supreme Court ruling on a judge's delayed ruling clarifies the balance between judicial independence and the mandatory 90-day period for resolving cases.
Judicial Delay and Discretion: Balancing Efficiency and Impartiality in Estate Administration
A Supreme Court ruling on when a judge's delay in resolving motions becomes administrative liability, and why judicial discretion in estate cases deserves protection.
When Property Appraisal Cannot Delay Foreclosure: Sycamore Ventures v. Metrobank
Supreme Court rules mortgaged property appraisal value is not a prejudicial question that can suspend extrajudicial foreclosure proceedings under Act No. 3135.
Clerks of Court Who Fail to Remit Funds Promptly Face Severe Penalties
Supreme Court clarifies that clerks of court who delay remitting court funds or incur shortages face suspension and other severe administrative penalties.
Victim Credibility in Rape Cases: Delay in Reporting and Lack of Medical Evidence
Philippine Supreme Court clarifies that a rape victim's testimony alone can sustain a conviction, even with delayed reporting and no medical evidence.
Upholding THE Rule OF LAW THE Imperative OF Executing Final Judgments AND Addressing Judicial Delay
Credibility of Rape Victim Testimony Overcoming Recantations and Delay in Reporting
Philippine Supreme Court ruling on why a rape victim's credible testimony prevails despite delayed reporting and claims of consent.
Judicial Efficiency and Accountability: The Consequences of Undue Delay and Neglect of Duty by Judges
A Supreme Court ruling on a judge fined P40,000 for gross inefficiency and gross ignorance of the law underscores judicial accountability.
Judicial Accountability: The Price of Delayed Justice in the Philippines
A retired judge was fined P20,000 for leaving 23 cases undecided. Learn the rules on judicial accountability and timely case disposition.
When Judges Err: Administrative Liability vs. Judicial Remedies in the Philippines
Supreme Court clarifies when judges face administrative sanctions for errors, misconduct, and delay in deciding cases, and when judicial remedies apply instead.
Judicial Conduct Upholding Impartiality AND Addressing Delays IN Decision Making
Delayed Justice Determining Fair Compensation FOR Government Land Seizure
When the government takes property without expropriation, what value controls? The Supreme Court clarifies the rule on just compensation.
Just Compensation and Government Delay: Valuing Property at the Time of Taking
The Supreme Court clarifies when just compensation is valued and how legal interest accrues in expropriation cases involving government delay.
Judicial Accountability THE Price OF Delay AND Disobedience IN THE Philippine Justice System
Court Personnel Neglect of Duty: When Delayed Case Records Trigger Administrative Liability
Philippine Supreme Court ruling on simple neglect of duty by court personnel who delayed transmitting appeal records, with penalties explained.
Unraveling Delay When A Party's Change of Heart Revives a Stalled Legal Battle
When parties agree to admit an amended complaint after years of delay, the Supreme Court steps in to restart a stalled case.
Dismissal for Misconduct When Neglect and Delay Cost Judicial Positions
A municipal treasurer's dismissal for serious dishonesty and grave misconduct was upheld despite procedural lapses, as the Supreme Court ruled on appeal rules and substantial justice.
Stock Certificate Delay: When Rescission of Share Sale Is Allowed
Philippine Supreme Court clarifies rescission rules for delayed stock certificate issuance and who must return payments in share sales.