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Accountability in Public Works: Grave Misconduct in Infrastructure Projects
Supreme Court reinstates dismissal of DPWH officials for grave misconduct over irregular change orders in road project.
Breach of Duty and Dishonesty: Dismissal of a Court Clerk for Misappropriating Judiciary Funds
The Supreme Court dismissed a Clerk of Court for gross neglect of duty, grave misconduct, and serious dishonesty over unremitted judiciary funds.
Upholding Judicial Integrity: The Duty of Candor in Court Investigations
The Supreme Court dismissed a clerk of court for gross neglect, grave misconduct, and serious dishonesty over unremitted judiciary funds.
Dismissal of Clerk of Court for Gross Neglect, Grave Misconduct, and Serious Dishonesty in Handling Judiciary
Supreme Court dismisses a clerk of court who failed to remit judiciary collections and submit financial reports, ruling that restitution does not erase administrative liability.
Workplace Boundaries: When Misconduct Crosses Into Sexual Harassment
A Supreme Court ruling clarifies when a supervisor's unwanted kiss is grave misconduct, not simple misconduct, in Philippine administrative law.
Breach of Trust Dismissal for Clerk of Court's Mismanagement of Funds
Supreme Court dismisses a clerk of court for gross neglect of duty, dishonesty, and grave misconduct over unremitted judiciary funds and unauthorized withdrawals.
Grave Misconduct Requires Proof of Wrongful Intent, Not Just a Flawed Revaluation
When is a bad property valuation grave misconduct? The Supreme Court clarifies the evidence needed to hold public officers liable.
Grave Misconduct in Public Office: Upholding Ethical Standards in Government Service
Supreme Court clarifies grave misconduct standards, reinstating Ombudsman's dismissal of GSIS executive for irregular surety bond issuance.
Court Employee Dismissed for Breach of Public Trust in Extorting Litigants
Supreme Court dismisses court employee for blocking ATM card to evade loan payments, ruling it dishonesty and grave misconduct.
Physician's Duty in Childbirth: Grave Misconduct for Negligent Delivery
Supreme Court affirms dismissal of government doctor for grave misconduct in childbirth, holding physicians must personally attend high-risk deliveries.
Solicitation by Court Personnel: Upholding Integrity in the Philippine Judiciary
Supreme Court rules on grave misconduct by court personnel who solicits money from litigants, reinforcing integrity standards in the judiciary.
Dismissal for Dishonesty and Grave Misconduct: Court Personnel Held to Highest Standard
Court interpreter dismissed for grave misconduct and illegal exaction; stenographer suspended for simple dishonesty in administrative case.
Dismissal for Grave Misconduct: Court Personnel Who Usurp Authority and Exact Illegal Fees
Supreme Court dismisses court interpreter for grave misconduct—usurping judicial functions and illegally exacting fees from lawyers and litigants.
Accountability Upheld Dismissal FOR Grave Misconduct AND Gross Neglect OF Duty IN Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office
Judicial Accountability: Supreme Court Sanctions Judge for Grave Misconduct and Abuse of Authority
Supreme Court holds judge liable for grave abuse of authority, misconduct, and insubordination despite his resignation, affirming judicial accountability.
Skywalk Bidding Scandal: Grave Misconduct and Collusion in Public Bidding
Supreme Court upholds dismissal of DPWH officials for rigged bidding, fake newspaper ads, and collusion with favored contractor.
Grave Misconduct and Public Service: Upholding Integrity in Government Employment
Philippine Supreme Court ruling on grave misconduct in government service, explaining its definition, penalties, and the high standard of integrity required of public officials and employees.
Grave Misconduct of Tax Credit Evaluator: Physical Verification Is a Duty, Not an Option
The Supreme Court affirms dismissal of a DOF evaluator for grave misconduct after he failed to physically verify a tax credit applicant's facilities, allowing a P867,680 fraud.
Grave Misconduct for Negligent Tax Credit Evaluation: Eijansantos v. SPTF 156
The Supreme Court rules that an evaluator's failure to physically verify tax credit claims constitutes grave misconduct, not mere negligence.
Dishonesty in Public Office: The Imperative of Truthful Asset Disclosure
A Supreme Court ruling clarifies when SALN misdeclarations constitute dishonesty, not grave misconduct, and the importance of truthful disclosure.
Beyond the Salary: Defining Dishonesty in Public Office and the Limits of Misconduct
The Supreme Court clarifies when failure to declare assets amounts to dishonesty, not grave misconduct, in Ombudsman cases.
Breach of Public Trust Dismissal for Court Employee Defrauding Litigant
Court stenographer dismissed for grave misconduct after soliciting P65,000 from a litigant by falsely promising to fast-track an adoption petition.
Grave Misconduct and Discretion: Analyzing Quasi-Judicial Errors in Labor Disputes
When can courts overturn NLRC rulings? This case clarifies grave abuse of discretion and negligence standards in labor disputes.
Dismissal for Drug Use Upholding Integrity in the Judiciary
Supreme Court dismisses court employee for shabu use, ruling it grave misconduct that tarnishes the Judiciary's image and integrity.