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Citizen Watchdogs and Libel: The Vasquez Standard for Criticizing Public Officials
The Supreme Court acquits a citizen who denounced a barangay chairman, clarifying libel law for public officials in the Philippines.
When Doubt Prevails: How Inconsistent Testimony Leads to Acquittal in Philippine Libel Cases
A look at how the Supreme Court acquitted Roque Vicario in a libel case, emphasizing the need for proof beyond reasonable doubt in criminal prosecutions.
Think Before You Share: Understanding Republication Libel in Philippine Law
A Supreme Court ruling clarifies when sharing or republishing a news article becomes libel, and the crucial role of malice.
Libel and Free Speech: The Limits of Defamation in Workplace Communications
Philippine Supreme Court ruling on direct contempt clarifies the boundary between free speech and defamatory conduct in workplace settings.
When Death of the Accused Extinguishes Criminal and Civil Liability in Philippine Libel Cases
Philippine Supreme Court ruling on how an accused's death before final judgment affects criminal and civil liability in libel cases.
Libel Damages and Filing Fees: What Philippine Criminal Cases Require
Philippine Supreme Court clarifies when filing fees must be paid for damages claims in libel criminal cases, and why splitting appeals is prohibited.