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Deemed Approved Leave: What Happens When Government Agencies Ignore Leave Applications

When government agencies fail to act on leave applications within five working days, the leave is deemed approved. Learn the rules and protections.

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Fixed Terms for Constitutional Commissioners: The Gaminde Case on Staggered Terms

The Supreme Court clarifies that a constitutional commissioner's term follows the staggered system, not the appointment paper's date, as shown in Gaminde.

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Presidential Appointments in the Philippines: Limits of the Commission on Appointments' Confirmation Power

The Supreme Court clarifies which presidential appointments need Commission on Appointments confirmation under the 1987 Constitution.