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Finality of Judgments: Landowners Entitled to Timely Just Compensation in Agrarian Reform
A look at the Supreme Court ruling on finality of judgments and the right of landowners to prompt just compensation under agrarian reform.
Finality of Just Compensation: When Second Chances in Land Reform Are Overruled
The Supreme Court denies a second motion for reconsideration on land reform compensation, underscoring the finality of judgments and the limits of procedural remedies.
Finality of Judgments, Due Process, and Counsel's Negligence in Contract Rescission
A Supreme Court ruling on finality of judgments, due process, and counsel's negligence in a construction contract rescission case.
Certiorari Dismissed Untimely Appeals AND THE Finality OF Judgments
Explore how the Supreme Court upheld the dismissal of a Rule 65 petition, reinforcing the finality of judgments and the limits of certiorari.
Duty to Inform Counsels Negligence and Finality of Judgments in Construction Disputes
Learn how a counsel's failure to report a change of address can bind clients and make a Court of Appeals decision final and executory.
Untimely Appeal Dooms Land Dispute: Finality of Judgments and Prior Registered Liens
The Court explains when a missed appeal is fatal, why judgments must become final, and how a registered execution levy beats an unregistered sale.
Client Bound by Counsel's Negligence: Lessons from a Philippine Attorney Ethics Case
A Supreme Court ruling on how a lawyer's failure to update addresses and clients' duty to monitor cases affect finality of judgments.
Finality of Judgments and Due Process in Dropping Government Employees for Mental Incapacity
When can a government employer drop an employee for mental incapacity? The Supreme Court clarifies the two-notice rule and due process requirements.
Just Compensation in Expropriation: The Cost of Delay and Finality of Judgments
A 28-year expropriation case shows why just compensation must reflect fair market value at the time of taking, and why final judgments must stand.
Binding Counsel's Negligence: Finality of Judgments and Limits to Annulment
A client is bound by counsel's negligence, and a final judgment cannot be attacked through annulment when other remedies were available.
Finality of Judgments: When Persistence Becomes Contempt of Court
A lawyer's relentless attacks on a final Supreme Court ruling led to indirect contempt. Learn the limits of fair criticism.
Finality of Judgments: Why a Belated Appeal Cannot Revive a Case
The Supreme Court explains why a late motion for reconsideration makes a Court of Appeals decision final and executory, binding all parties.
Finality of Judgments: Untimely Motion for Reconsideration in Administrative Cases
An untimely motion for reconsideration makes a Court of Appeals decision final and executory, binding all parties in administrative cases.
Missed Your Appeal Understanding Finality of Judgments in Philippine Courts
A missed appeal deadline means final judgment. Learn how Philippine courts treat late appeals and why co-accused appeals don't help.
Finality of Judgments: Why Courts Cannot Revisit Decided Cases
Explore the doctrine of finality of judgments in Philippine law, its rationale, exceptions, and practical implications for litigants.
Missed Deadlines Lost Refunds: The Importance of Timely Filing in Tax Disputes
A Supreme Court ruling underscores that missed deadlines and counsel's negligence can bar tax refund claims, emphasizing the finality of judgments.
Finality of Judgments: When Is a Case Truly Considered Over?
Understand when a case is truly over under Philippine law. This article explains finality of judgments, res judicata, and practical rules for litigants.
Finality OF Judgments RES Judicata Prevents Relitigation IN Philippine LAW
When Counsel's Error Binds the Client: Lessons from Tan v. Court of Appeals
A client is bound by counsel's mistakes, including missed appeal deadlines. Philippine Supreme Court ruling on finality of judgments.
Finality of Judgments in Disbarment Cases: Lessons from Bihag v. Era
The Supreme Court enforces final disbarment orders through execution and contempt, underscoring the doctrine of finality of judgment.
Client Bound by Lawyer's Negligence: Finality of Judgments in Philippine Courts
Philippine Supreme Court ruling on how clients are bound by their counsel's actions, finality of judgments, and limits of certiorari.
Finality of Judgments and Lawyer Discipline: Lessons from Bihag v. Era
A disbarred lawyer's attempt to revive his case through a writ of error fails, underscoring the doctrine of finality of judgment.
Motion for Reconsideration: Timelines and Finality in Philippine Law
Learn how Philippine courts treat motions for reconsideration, annulment of judgment timelines, and the finality of judgments.
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.