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Dec 14, 1999 legal ethics administrative law ibp disciplinary proceedings code of professional responsibility supreme court

Lawyer Ethics Matter: Why Misconduct Investigations Proceed Despite Complainant Withdrawal in the Philippines

Philippine Supreme Court clarifies that lawyer disciplinary cases continue despite complainant withdrawal, and silence is not admission of guilt.

Apr 30, 1999 criminal procedure constitutional law extrajudicial confession custodial investigation evidence

Voluntary Confessions and Custodial Rights: Lessons from People v. Bacor

The Supreme Court clarifies when an extrajudicial confession is admissible, the role of counsel, and what makes a valid waiver of rights.

Mar 3, 1999 administrative-law neglect-of-duty public-service court-stenographer administrative-case

Upholding Integrity in Public Service: Consequences of Neglect of Duty in the Philippines

A court stenographer's gross neglect of duty leads to forfeiture of benefits and a lifetime ban from government service.

Dec 21, 1998 administrative law conduct unbecoming court personnel immorality public service family code

When Personal Conduct Becomes Professional Misconduct: Upholding Integrity in Public Service

A branch clerk of court's extramarital affair and abandonment of family led to dismissal, showing how private misconduct affects public office.

Oct 7, 1998 administrative law clerk of court court records wrongful arrest negligence judicial ethics

Clerk of Court Negligence: Ensuring Accurate Court Records to Prevent Wrongful Arrests

A clerk of court's failure to verify a recalled arrest warrant led to a wrongful arrest, resulting in a severe reprimand and a reminder of record-keeping duties.

Mar 27, 1998 mootness supreme court philippine law civil procedure burden of proof lawyers duty

When Cases Become Pointless: Mootness and a Lawyer's Duty to the Court in Philippine Law

Explore the Supreme Court's ruling on procedural rules and the burden of proof in the Pacific Banking Corporation liquidation case.

Nov 10, 1997 legal ethics code of professional responsibility administrative case lawyer discipline supreme court

Lawyer's Disrespect Toward Court Personnel and IBP Noncompliance: A.C. No. 11508

Supreme Court fines disbarred lawyer for disrespecting court personnel and disobeying IBP directives, clarifying penalties under CPRA.

Oct 12, 1997 labor law habitual absenteeism civil service government employees leave rules supreme court

Habitual Absenteeism of Government Employees: Penalties and Lessons from a Supreme Court Ruling

Habitual absenteeism is a grave offense for Philippine government employees. Learn the rules, penalties, and key lessons from a landmark Supreme Court case.

May 23, 1997 civil procedure appeals court of appeals failure to prosecute philippine law

The Duty to Prosecute Appeals: Why Inaction Can Get Your Appeal Dismissed in the Philippines

Philippine law requires appellants to actively prosecute their appeals. Learn why waiting for court notices can lead to dismissal.

Feb 26, 1997 indirect contempt rule 71 due process court orders civil procedure philippine law

Indirect Contempt in the Philippines: Due Process and Enforcement of Court Orders

Explaining indirect contempt under Rule 71, due process requirements, and how courts enforce final orders through summary proceedings.

Sep 23, 1996 administrative law clerk of court court stenographer record submission administrative liability

The Clerk's Duty and Timely Record Submission in Philippine Courts

A 1996 Supreme Court ruling clarifies the distinct duties of clerks of court and stenographers in transmitting case records on appeal.