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Equipoise Rule in Illegal Dismissal Cases: When Doubt Favors the Employee
The Supreme Court clarifies the equipoise rule in illegal dismissal cases, holding that when evidence is balanced, doubt must favor the employee.
Acts of Lasciviousness, Consent, and Reasonable Doubt in Philippine Law
The Supreme Court acquits in Angeles v. People, clarifying consent, lewdness, and the equipoise rule in acts of lasciviousness cases.
When Testimony Fails the Test: Acquittal in Forcible Abduction with Rape
The Supreme Court acquits a man of forcible abduction with rape, showing how inconsistent victim testimony and the equipoise rule shape criminal convictions.
Probable Cause vs Equipoise Rule: Safeguarding Against Unjust Arrest in Arson Cases
When prosecutors flip-flop on probable cause, courts hold the line. Flores v. Gonzalez clarifies the equipoise rule and judicial independence.
When a Gunshot Is Not Murder: Conspiracy, Intent, and the Equipoise Rule
The Supreme Court clarifies when simultaneous gunfire is not conspiracy and how the equipoise rule can lead to acquittal.