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Seafarers Disability Claims: Proving the Link Between Work Conditions and Illness
Explaining the Supreme Court's ruling in Atienza v. Orophil Shipping on work-relatedness, compensability, and the 120-day rule for seafarers' disability claims.
Mining Rights vs. Indigenous Peoples: Exhaustion of Remedies and Grave Abuse of Discretion
The Supreme Court in Alecha v. Atienza underscores the exhaustion doctrine and limits of grave abuse of discretion in mining disputes.
Evidence Rules in Philippine Administrative Cases: The Atienza Case Explained
Administrative bodies in the Philippines follow relaxed evidence rules. Learn what Atienza v. Board of Medicine means for professionals facing administrative scrutiny.
Mayor's Permit Modification vs. Freedom of Assembly: The IBP v. Atienza Ruling
When can a mayor change a rally venue? The Supreme Court explains the limits of permit-modifying discretion under the Public Assembly Act.
Security of Tenure and Board Membership: Garayblas v. Atienza on Illegal Ouster
When does a board member's ouster become a justiciable case? The Supreme Court clarifies the distinction between termination of appointment and illegal removal.
Resignation vs Retirement: When Does a Public Officer Truly Leave Office
The Supreme Court explains the difference between resignation and retirement for public officers, and why acceptance matters in Reyes v. Atienza.