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Probable Cause and Government Procurement: Insights from the DOH v. Pascua Case
The Supreme Court dismissed DOH petitions against a trial court's TRO and injunction in a bidding dispute, ruling the case moot after the project proceeded.
Understanding Mootness in Philippine Legal Proceedings: Insights from a Landmark Infrastructure Project Case
The Supreme Court explains mootness doctrine through a DOH infrastructure bidding dispute, showing when courts dismiss cases as moot.
Bidding Disputes in Government Projects: Why Courts Won't Second-Guess the BAC
A Supreme Court ruling on government procurement bidding disputes, explaining the proper legal remedies and why courts respect the discretion of bidding authorities.