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Breach of Trust: Defining Grave Abuse of Confidence in Qualified Theft Cases
SC clarifies that bank employees holding deposited funds act with grave abuse of confidence, making them liable for qualified theft.
Breach of Trust Establishing Estafa Through Misappropriated Loan Proceeds
When does failure to turn over loan proceeds become estafa? The Supreme Court explains misappropriation under Article 315.
Breach of Public Trust, Misappropriation of Funds, and the Duty of Accountable Public Servants
The Supreme Court affirms that misappropriating funds received in trust constitutes estafa, emphasizing the fiduciary duty of accountable public servants.
Breach of Duty and Mitigating Circumstances: Balancing Justice and Compassion in Public Service Misconduct
When a clerk of court faces dismissal for fund shortages, mitigating circumstances can temper the penalty. The Supreme Court explains how.
Breach OF Public Trust Dismissal FOR Dishonesty AND Misconduct IN Handling Court Funds
Breach of Trust and Due Process in Employment Termination: Striking a Balance
The Supreme Court clarifies when breach of trust justifies dismissal and when employers still owe procedural due process.
Breach of Trust Establishing Estafa in Financial Misappropriation Cases
Explore when breach of trust constitutes estafa under Philippine law, and why agricultural leasehold tenants cannot be prosecuted for it.
Breach of Contract: When Incomplete Construction Doesn't Warrant Full Payment
Philippine Supreme Court rules on when a contractor's incomplete work bars recovery of the full contract price in construction disputes.
When Can a Third Party Be Sued for Another's Contract Breach? Martelino v. NHMFC
Philippine Supreme Court clarifies when buyers can sue lenders for a developer's breach, and the limits of declaratory relief.
Breach of Trust When Confidentiality Justifies Dismissal of a Managerial Employee
When can an employer dismiss a managerial employee for breach of confidentiality? The Supreme Court explains the rule on loss of trust and confidence.
Grave Misconduct and Breach of Public Trust: When a Process Server Is Dismissed
A Philippine Supreme Court ruling shows how a process server's unexplained delay and unauthorized acceptance of travel money led to dismissal for grave misconduct.
Breach of Trust: When Misappropriation Constitutes Estafa
When does an employee's breach of trust amount to estafa? The Supreme Court clarifies the limits of loss of confidence as a ground for dismissal.
Airline Liability for Bumping Passengers: Breach of Contract and Damages
When an airline bumps a passenger with valid documents, it breaches the contract of carriage and may owe moral and exemplary damages.
Breach of Trust in Employment: When a Demand Letter Leads to Dismissal
A managerial employee's demand letter against her employer can justify dismissal for breach of trust under Philippine labor law.
Breach of Trust Estafa Conviction for Misappropriated Purchase Orders
Supreme Court affirms estafa conviction when a seller used purchase order cards for personal benefit instead of remitting proceeds to the owner.
Breach OF Public Trust Customs Officials Misconduct AND Accountability
Breach OF Contract Sellers Delay Entitles Buyer TO Refund
Court Employee Suspended for Handling Bail Money: Breach of Trust Rules
Supreme Court suspends court utility worker for receiving bail money and drafting motions—acts beyond her authority and a breach of judicial trust.
Breach of Trust: When Workplace Conduct Undermines Employer Confidence
Supreme Court ruling on when managerial employees may be validly dismissed for breach of trust and loss of confidence.
Breach of Trust, Dishonesty, Misconduct, and Accountability in Public Service
The Supreme Court's ruling in Mangandingan v. Adiong on judicial misconduct, raffle manipulation, and accountability in public service.
Breach of Trust: Dismissal for Dishonesty and Grave Misconduct in Public Service
Court clerk dismissed for overcharging fees and pocketing collections. Learn the rules on dishonesty and grave misconduct.
Judicial Misconduct and Immorality: When a Judge's Private Acts Breach Public Trust
When a judge's private behavior crosses the line into immorality, the Supreme Court can dismiss him from the bench—even without a criminal conviction.
Judicial Conduct Breaching Constitutional Mandates ON Decision Making
Breach of Public Trust: Accountability for Misuse of Government Funds
Supreme Court ruling on administrative liability of public officers who sign checks for illegal disbursement of government funds.