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Relaxing Procedural Rules Upholding Substantial Justice in Agrarian Disputes
A look at Jaro v. Court of Appeals, where the Supreme Court ruled that substantial compliance with appeal rules prevails over technicalities in agrarian cases.
Relaxing Procedural Rules in Labor Disputes: Substantial Justice Prevails
The Supreme Court reminds litigants that procedural rules yield to substantial justice in labor cases, as shown in this disability claim dispute.
Upholding Substantial Justice Over Technicalities in Labor Appeals
Philippine Supreme Court rules labor appeals should not be dismissed on mere technicalities when there is substantial compliance with procedural rules.
Upholding Substantial Justice Dismissal Based ON Technicalities AND Lost Titles
Balancing Justice and Procedure When Technical Rules Give Way
When a defective notice of hearing cost a man his appeal and his liberty, the Supreme Court showed when technical rules must yield to substantial justice.
Missed Your Flight Claim Deadline Philippine Courts Offer Hope Beyond Strict Timelines
Philippine courts can relax procedural deadlines to serve substantial justice. Learn how the rules apply to your case.
Justice Delayed Rights Denied Understanding Judicial Delay AND Injunction Bonds IN Philippine Courts
Philippine Supreme Court clarifies venue rules in labor cases, prioritizing worker convenience and substantial justice over technicalities.
Philippine Labor Law: Workplace Venue Not Always Mandatory for Labor Disputes
Philippine Supreme Court ruling: NLRC venue rules are permissive, not mandatory. Worker convenience and substantial justice can override workplace location.
Substantial Justice vs Technicality: When Can Appeal Deadlines Be Relaxed
The Supreme Court explains when late appeals may be allowed despite rigid rules, balancing technicality against substantial justice in Trans International vs. CA.