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Sep 13, 2021 property law civil procedure cause of action demurrer to evidence supreme court

Failure to State vs. Lack of Cause of Action: Key Distinctions in Philippine Property Cases

Learn the crucial difference between failure to state a cause of action and lack of cause of action, as clarified by the Supreme Court in Roa v. Sy.

Feb 19, 2007 criminal procedure due process reopening cases rule 119 supreme court

Reopening Criminal Cases in the Philippines: The Hearing Requirement Under Rule 119

When can a Philippine court reopen a criminal case before judgment? The rules require a hearing—and the Supreme Court has enforced that requirement.

Dec 1, 1999 bp 22 bouncing checks law notice of dishonor criminal law betty king case

Notice of Dishonor Under BP 22: Why Actual Receipt Matters in Bouncing Check Cases

Under BP 22, a bounced check issuer can only be convicted if properly notified of dishonor. The Betty King case shows why actual notice is crucial.

Nov 24, 1999 falsification criminal law public documents good faith defense sandiganbayan revised penal code

Falsification of Public Documents: When Good Faith Fails as a Defense

Good faith may defend falsification charges, but it must be proven. Resoso v. Sandiganbayan shows why authorization and documentation matter.

Feb 14, 1999 certiorari appeal civil procedure rule 65 philippine litigation

Certiorari vs Appeal: Choosing the Right Remedy in Philippine Courts

Learn when to file certiorari versus appeal in Philippine courts, based on the Supreme Court's ruling in Asian Trading Corporation v. Court of Appeals.