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When Court Notices Must Reach the Lawyer: Cervantes v. City Service Corporation
A Supreme Court ruling clarifies that procedural deadlines run from counsel's receipt of notice, not the client's, in NLRC cases.
Sheriff Fined for Bypassing Raffle Rules in Publishing Court Notices
Supreme Court holds sheriff liable for distributing legal notices to newspapers without the raffle required by P.D. 1079.
When Are Clients Bound by Their Lawyer’s Actions? Philippine Supreme Court Explains
Philippine Supreme Court ruling explains when a client is bound by a lawyer's negligence or refusal to receive court notices.
Correcting Court Notices: The Price of Negligence in Judicial Administration
Learn how failure to file tax returns extends the prescriptive period and why court notice errors carry serious consequences.
Service of Court Notices: Why Updating Your Attorney of Record Is Crucial
A lawyer's suspension for gross misconduct highlights why updating your attorney of record ensures proper notice and protects your rights.
The Duty to Prosecute Appeals: Why Inaction Can Get Your Appeal Dismissed in the Philippines
Philippine law requires appellants to actively prosecute their appeals. Learn why waiting for court notices can lead to dismissal.