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Dec 13, 2006 grave coercion illegal demolition property rights revised penal code due process supreme court

Illegal Demolition as Grave Coercion: Property Rights and Due Process in the Philippines

When does demolition become a crime? The Sy case shows how unlawful property destruction can constitute grave coercion under Philippine law.

Jul 14, 2006 executive privilege legislative oversight separation of powers eo 464 senate inquiry presidential power

Executive Privilege vs Legislative Oversight: Defining the Limits of Presidential Power

The Supreme Court struck down E.O. 464's blanket ban on executive officials appearing before Congress, clarifying the proper scope of executive privilege in legislative inquiries.

Jul 11, 2006 contract-law lease-agreement flood-damage negligence drainage supreme-court

Liability for Flood Damage: Private vs Public Drainage Systems

Philippine Supreme Court clarifies when a lessor is liable for flood damage—distinguishing private drainage maintenance from public sewer responsibility.

Apr 11, 2006 demolition due process local government property law court order illegal structures

Demolition of Illegal Structures: When a Court Order Is Required in the Philippines

Philippine law generally requires a special court order before a city may demolish existing structures, even those built without permits. Learn the rules.

Oct 25, 2005 preliminary injunction mmda billboard regulation administrative law rule 58 contractual rights

Preliminary Injunction Against MMDA Billboards: Protecting Contractual Rights Pending Trial

Supreme Court affirms preliminary injunction stopping MMDA from dismantling MRT 3 billboards, protecting Trackworks' contractual advertising rights pending trial.

Oct 19, 2004 legal ethics disbarment adultery code of professional responsibility good moral character administrative law

Upholding Ethical Standards: Adultery as Grounds for Attorney Disbarment in the Philippines

The Supreme Court suspended a lawyer for cohabiting with a woman not his wife, reaffirming that good moral character is a continuing requirement for membership in the Philippine Bar.

Aug 12, 2004 eminent domain just compensation national power corporation expropriation property law

When Eminent Domain Leads to Total Loss: Just Compensation for Uninhabitable Property

When government projects render private property uninhabitable, the taking is deemed complete and full just compensation is due.

Jul 11, 2002 criminal-law search-and-seizure constitutional-rights dangerous-drugs evidence private-search

Private Searches and Constitutional Rights: When Is Evidence Admissible

The Supreme Court clarifies that constitutional protection against unreasonable searches applies only against government action, not private individuals.

Aug 31, 2000 judicial bribery philippine judiciary public trust integrity supreme court legal ethics

Judicial Bribery in the Philippines: Upholding Integrity and Public Trust in the Judiciary

The Supreme Court addresses judicial bribery in the Philippines, reinforcing integrity and public trust in the judiciary.

Oct 16, 1997 illegal dismissal labor law due process termination just cause nlrc

Illegal Dismissal: Proving Regular Employment and Due Process in Termination

Learn how the Supreme Court protects employees from illegal dismissal when employers fail to prove just cause and observe due process.