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Gross Ignorance of the Law: A Judge's Duty to Uphold Basic Legal Principles
Learn when a judge's error becomes gross ignorance of the law, and why delay in deciding cases still draws administrative penalties.
Court Employee Reprimanded for Discourtesy: Paras v. Lofranco
Court personnel must remain courteous even when provoked by lawyers; discourtesy draws administrative penalties.
Judicial Delay and Falsification Consequences for Judges in the Philippines
When a judge delays decisions and falsifies Certificates of Service, Philippine courts impose administrative penalties. Learn the rules.
Moral Turpitude and Philippine Law: When Personal Conduct Impacts Professional Standing
Philippine law holds court employees to high moral standards. This case shows how personal misconduct can lead to administrative penalties.