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May 21, 2024 legal ethics disbarment gross misconduct bouncing checks cpra lawyers

Disbarment for Bouncing Checks: What Lawyers Must Know About Gross Misconduct

A lawyer was disbarred for issuing worthless checks. Learn the ethical rules, CPRA penalties, and practical lessons for attorneys.

Feb 11, 2015 speedy trial double jeopardy criminal procedure rule 117 dismissal of criminal case

Speedy Trial Dismissal Is an Acquittal: Double Jeopardy and Finality in Criminal Cases

A dismissal for violation of the right to speedy trial is an acquittal that bars re-prosecution. Learn the rules and practical lessons from this case.

Jan 28, 2008 civil-law finality-of-judgment counsel-negligence construction-dispute rules-of-court philippine-law

Duty to Inform Counsels Negligence and Finality of Judgments in Construction Disputes

Learn how a counsel's failure to report a change of address can bind clients and make a Court of Appeals decision final and executory.

Apr 12, 2006 bail appeal criminal procedure absconding rule 114 philippine law

Jumping Bail in the Philippines: Why Absconding Can Cost You Your Appeal — Lessons from Alva v. Court of Appea

Can fleeing while on bail kill your appeal? The Supreme Court says yes. Learn the rules from Alva v. Court of Appeals.

Jan 14, 2005 civil procedure notice service of pleadings address change appeal due process

Duty to Inform Courts of Address Changes: Lessons from Garrucho v. Court of Appeals

When a party and counsel fail to notify courts of address changes, service is deemed complete—and appeals may be lost. Learn the rules.