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Aug 29, 1996administrative lawtemporary restraining orderjudicial disciplinegross ignorance of the lawsupreme court
When Disputes Over TROs Are Judicial, Not Administrative: Tallado v. Racoma
The Supreme Court clarifies when errors in issuing TROs are judicial matters, not grounds for administrative discipline against judges.
Apr 2, 1996administrative-lawcourt-stenographerdereliction-of-dutyadministrative-circular-24-90rule-122judicial-ethics
Dereliction of Duty in Philippine Courts: The Responsibilities of Court Stenographers
A Supreme Court ruling clarifies the duties of court stenographers and the consequences of failing to transcribe and transmit notes on time.
Mar 27, 1996fiduciary dutyadministrative lawgovernment officialsgross neglectjudiciarypublic accountability
Consequences of Neglecting Fiduciary Duties: A Guide for Philippine Government Officials
Learn how a judge's four-year delay in remitting court funds led to a P20,000 fine for gross neglect of duty.