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Lost Titles and Land Rights: Reissuing Owner's Duplicate Certificates for Agrarian Reform Compensation
Learn when courts can order reissuance of lost owner's duplicate titles under P.D. 1529, and how this affects agrarian reform compensation claims.
Habitual Absenteeism in the Judiciary: When Health Issues Mitigate Penalties
The Supreme Court clarifies when illness can mitigate the penalty for habitual absenteeism, balancing employee welfare with the public trust doctrine.
Dropped From the Rolls: AWOL Court Employee and Public Service Integrity
The Supreme Court dropped an AWOL court utility worker from the rolls, reaffirming that absenteeism betrays public trust in the judiciary.
Dismissal Upheld for Incorrigible Process Server: Upholding Diligence in Court Service
Supreme Court affirms dismissal of a process server for habitual absenteeism, tardiness, and failure to serve court processes.
Dismissal FOR Habitual Absenteeism Upholding Public Service Integrity
Dismissal for Dishonesty, Habitual Absences and Immoral Conduct in Public Service
A Supreme Court ruling reminds public servants that dishonesty, habitual absenteeism and immoral conduct are separate grounds for dismissal from government service.
Dismissal for AWOL: Upholding Public Trust and Accountability in the Judiciary
The Supreme Court drops a court employee for prolonged AWOL, reaffirming that public office is a public trust and absenteeism erodes judicial integrity.
Office Rules Matter When Tardiness Isnt Absenteeism In Philippine Courts
Supreme Court clarifies that an administrative circular on habitual absenteeism cannot be used to discipline mere tardiness. Learn the distinction.
Habitual Absenteeism and Neglect of Duty: When Is Termination Justified in the Philippines
The Supreme Court explains when habitual absenteeism and neglect of duty justify dismissal, and the price employers pay for skipping due process.
Breach of Trust: Government Employees, Habitual Absenteeism, and Misuse of Public Funds
Philippine Supreme Court ruling on habitual absenteeism and AWOL in government service, explaining penalties and the public trust doctrine.
Judicial Accountability: Habitual Absenteeism and Public Trust in the Judiciary
The Supreme Court dismissed a process server for habitual absenteeism, affirming that public office is a public trust demanding accountability.
Habitual Absenteeism in the Philippine Civil Service: Allowable Absences and Penalties Explained
Understand the rule on habitual absenteeism in the Philippine civil service, the allowable leave credits, and how penalties are determined.
Project-Based Workers, Security of Tenure, and the Rule on Premature Appeals in Philippine Labor Cases
A look at Ponce v. NLRC on security of tenure, valid dismissal for absenteeism, and the procedural rule on premature appeals.
Dishonesty and Absenteeism in the Judiciary: Upholding Public Trust Through Accountability
Court personnel who collect funds without authority and abandon their posts betray public trust. The Supreme Court rules on the consequences.
Absenteeism in Public Service: Consequences and Mitigation in Philippine Law
Explore how Philippine law treats absenteeism in public service, the consequences of unauthorized absences, and legal mitigation options.
Habitual Absenteeism in the Judiciary: Court Employee Suspended for Unauthorized Leave
Supreme Court suspends court stenographer for habitual absenteeism, stressing public office as a public trust and the duty to inform superiors of absences.
Upholding Accountability Consequences FOR Habitual Absenteeism IN Public Service
The Supreme Court rules on habitual absenteeism in public service, clarifying penalties, AWOL rules, and mitigating circumstances.
Habitual Absenteeism of Court Employees: Accountability and Mitigating Circumstances
The Supreme Court defines habitual absenteeism for court employees and clarifies that personal obligations do not excuse unauthorized absences.
Habitual Absenteeism of Court Employee: A Case on Public Trust in the Judiciary
Court process server fined for habitual absenteeism; ruling underscores that personal obligations do not excuse neglect of judicial duties.
Habitual Absenteeism in Public Service: Defining Boundaries and Upholding Duty
The Supreme Court clarifies the distinction between habitual absenteeism and excusable absences in public service, reinforcing accountability standards.
Navigating Forum Shopping AND Valid Cause OF Action IN Foreclosure Cases Mondragon Leisure VS Ucpb
Accidental Shooting Intent and Liability in Firearm Mishaps Under Philippine Law
Philippine Supreme Court ruling on robbery with homicide clarifies criminal liability when killings occur during heists, even if accidental.
Dismissal for Dishonesty and Neglect in the Judiciary: A Lesson in Accountability
Court employees face dismissal for falsifying time records, habitual absenteeism, and dishonesty. Learn the standards of conduct required in the judiciary.
Upholding Judicial Efficiency: Judges Must Observe Session Hours and Avoid Unnecessary Delays
Supreme Court admonishes judge for absenteeism and delays, reaffirming strict session hours and prompt case disposition as judicial duties.