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Substantial Justice Prevails When Philippine Courts Relax Procedural Rules IN Labor Disputes
Philippine courts may relax procedural rules to achieve substantial justice, as shown in this administrative case against a judge.
Procedural Compliance in Philippine Litigation: The PPSTA Case on Court Rules
A Supreme Court ruling shows why procedural rules matter—and when courts may relax them for substantial justice.
Dismissal of Appeals: Why Following Court Rules Matters
Learn why the Supreme Court dismissed a petition for review from the Secretary of Justice's resolution, and the importance of following proper court procedures.
Judicial Efficiency vs. Justice: The Price of Delayed Resolutions
A Supreme Court ruling shows why court clerks must deposit judiciary funds on time, and how delay can amount to gross misconduct and dishonesty.
Court Dismisses Administrative Complaint Against CA Justice Over TRO Issuance
Supreme Court clarifies when ex parte TROs are proper and why administrative complaints are not substitutes for judicial remedies.
Substantial Justice Prevails Understanding Court Discretion On Late Filing Of Appellants Briefs In The Philipp
Learn how Philippine courts exercise discretion on late filing of appellants' briefs, balancing procedural rules with substantial justice.
Appeal Not Automatically Dismissed for Minor Docket Fee Shortage Upholding Substantial Justice
SC rules appeal not automatically dismissed for minor docket fee shortage; substantial justice prevails over procedural technicalities.
Chain of Custody Is Key: How Mishandled Evidence Can Undermine Drug Cases in the Philippines
A Supreme Court ruling shows how poor court records management delays justice, and why drug cases demand stricter handling of evidence and dockets.
Accountability IN THE Judiciary Upholding Timely Justice IN Philippine Courts
Unlocking Swift Justice: How Summary Judgment in the Philippines Can Expedite Your Case
Learn how summary judgment in Philippine civil cases can fast-track litigation, based on a landmark Supreme Court ruling.
The Price of Delay: Judicial Efficiency and the Right to Speedy Justice in the Philippines
The Magna Financial Services v. Colarina case clarifies the limits of Article 1484 remedies and the importance of timely judicial action.
Justice Denied When Eyewitness Testimony Determines Guilt IN Homicide Cases
Substantial Justice vs Procedural Rules: When Courts Relax the 60-Day Rule in Labor Cases
The Supreme Court explains when a late petition for certiorari may be excused, balancing procedural rules against substantial justice in labor disputes.
Spousal Testimony Protecting Marriage VS Seeking Justice IN Arson Cases
Compassionate Justice: Evaluating Penalties and Granting Clemency in Judiciary Misconduct Cases
The Supreme Court grants judicial clemency to a dismissed judge, balancing discipline with compassion in administrative cases.
Finality of Judgments Curbing Dilatory Tactics in Property Disputes
Philippine Supreme Court ruling on final and executory judgments, stopping endless motions that delay property execution and justice.
Substantial Compliance When Imperfect Filings Uphold Justice in Philippine Courts
Philippine Supreme Court clarifies when imperfect Rule 65 petitions may proceed despite technical defects, prioritizing substantive justice.
When Courts Must Relax Procedural Rules to Prevent Injustice
The Supreme Court reminds courts that procedural rules serve justice, not frustrate it, in a tax case where a taxpayer was barred from presenting evidence.
Balancing Procedural Rules and Substantial Justice: The MRT v. CTA Case
The Supreme Court reminds courts that procedural rules must yield to substantial justice when a litigant is denied a fair chance to present evidence.
Prompt Transcription: Upholding Efficiency in Court Proceedings and Timely Access to Justice
A Supreme Court decision reminds court stenographers of the 20-day deadline to transcribe notes, highlighting how delays can obstruct access to justice.
When A Small Docket FEE Deficiency Doesnt Doom AN Appeal Balancing Technicality AND Justice
Speedy Disposition vs Public Justice: Balancing Rights in Anti-Graft Cases
Supreme Court clarifies that the right to speedy disposition is flexible and may be waived by silence, especially when public funds are involved.
Balancing Justice AND Procedure When Courts CAN Relax Rules FOR Fairness
Philippine Supreme Court explains when procedural rules may be relaxed to serve substantial justice, using a forum-shopping case as example.
Substantial Compliance Prevails: Justice Over Strict Procedural Rules in Philippine Courts
Philippine Supreme Court rules substantial compliance with procedural requirements may excuse technical lapses, ensuring cases are decided on merits.