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Accountability for Group Violence: Assessing Liability and Intent in Philippine Law
How Philippine courts assign criminal liability when multiple persons conspire to commit murder, and when aggravating circumstances apply.
Accountability IN Criminal Conspiracy THE Reach OF Robbery With Homicide
Judicial Accountability and Due Process in Issuing Restraining Orders and Execution of Judgments
Supreme Court ruling on judicial accountability, strict adherence to procedure in motions for reconsideration, and execution of judgments within prescriptive periods.
Attorney Accountability: The Duty of Candor and Knowledge in Legal Practice
A lawyer cited an inexistent Supreme Court circular to defend a drug case client. The Court held him in contempt, reaffirming counsel's duty of candor and diligence.
Judicial Accountability: Health Issues vs Duty to Decide Cases Promptly
Philippine Supreme Court ruling on when a judge's health condition can mitigate—but not excuse—delay in deciding cases.
Judicial Misconduct: Upholding Honesty and Efficiency in the Philippine Judiciary
A judge's delay in deciding cases and dishonesty in JBC forms led to suspension and fine, reinforcing judicial accountability.
Judicial Accountability: The Price of Delayed Justice in the Philippines
A Supreme Court ruling reminds judges that personal hardships cannot excuse a five-year delay in deciding a case.
Court Stenographer Dismissed for Habitual Absenteeism and AWOL: A Lesson in Public Accountability
Explore the Supreme Court's dismissal of a court stenographer for habitual absenteeism and AWOL, and the standards of conduct expected of court personnel.
Dismissal for AWOL: Upholding Accountability in Public Service
Supreme Court affirms dismissal of court stenographer for habitual absenteeism and AWOL, reinforcing strict standards of public accountability.
Upholding Lawyer Accountability Consequences OF Negligence IN Philippine Legal Practice
Accountability for All: Conspiracy in Carnapping with Homicide
Philippine Supreme Court ruling on conspiracy in carnapping with homicide, explaining how circumstantial evidence can prove joint criminal liability.
Judicial Accountability When A Judges Actions Create Doubt Voluntary Inhibition IS KEY
Judicial Efficiency: The Imperative of Timely Case Resolution and Accountability for Delays
A Supreme Court ruling reminds judges that missing the three-month deadline to decide cases is gross inefficiency, even if transcripts are delayed or parties ask for more time.
Presidential Immunity vs Accountability: Limits of Power After Leaving Office
The Supreme Court clarifies that presidential immunity shields sitting presidents from suit, but accountability resumes once they leave office.
When Sheriffs Abuse Execution Sales: Accountability and the Rule of Law
A sheriff's dismissal for a simulated auction sale shows why court officers must follow execution rules strictly.
Government Accountability Unauthorized Asset Sales and Recovery of Funds
The Supreme Court rules on the validity of unauthorized sales of sequestered assets and the government's obligation to return proceeds.
Judicial Ethics Under Scrutiny: Accountability for Misconduct Outside the Courtroom
A look at how the Supreme Court treats judicial misconduct committed outside court, and what it means for public trust in the judiciary.
Judicial Accountability Imposing Fines FOR Ignorance OF THE LAW IN Preliminary Investigations
Judicial Accountability: Neglect of Duty vs Malicious Delay in Summary Procedure Cases
A judge's overzealous document review caused delay in summary procedure cases, resulting in a fine for neglect of duty.
Accountability in Group Crime: Conspiracy and Individual Liability in Violent Attacks
When a group attacks, Philippine courts can hold each member liable for the acts of all through conspiracy. This case explains how.
Upholding Attorney Accountability A Lawyers Duty TO Clients Despite FEE Disputes
Philippine Supreme Court ruling on lawyer's duty to clients despite fee disputes, jurisdictional rules, and carrier liability for passenger safety.
Accountability FOR ALL THE Legal Consequences OF Group Violence IN THE Philippines
Strict Accountability for Court Funds: Consequences for Clerks of Court Mismanagement in the Philippines
Philippine Supreme Court ruling on clerk of court liability for mismanaged judiciary funds, emphasizing strict accountability and administrative consequences.
Combating Judicial Delay: Ensuring Speedy Justice in Philippine Courts
A Supreme Court ruling on judge accountability for undue delay, reinforcing constitutional mandates for speedy disposition of cases.