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Jun 15, 2020 finality of judgment immutability doctrine appeal period writ of execution philippine supreme court

Understanding the Finality of Court Decisions: When Is It Too Late to Appeal?

Learn the doctrine of immutability of final judgments in Philippine law and when courts may clarify a final decision to carry it into effect.

Oct 23, 2012 labor-law illegal dismissal immutability of judgment backwages execution of judgment supreme court

Finality vs Justice: Reconciling Immutability of Judgments With Equitable Labor Standards

The Supreme Court clarifies when a final judgment can be reconsidered, balancing the doctrine of immutability with the rights of illegally dismissed employees.

Jan 4, 1999 agrarian reform darab jurisdiction tenancy emancipation patent property law

Tenancy Disputes and Jurisdiction: Courts vs. Agrarian Reform Boards

Understanding when courts or DARAB have jurisdiction over agrarian disputes, based on a recent Supreme Court ruling.

Dec 4, 1998 civil-procedure summons jurisdiction revival-of-judgment service-of-summons due-process

Valid Service of Summons in Revival of Judgment Cases: Jurisdiction Lessons from Arcenas

Philippine Supreme Court ruling on when substituted service of summons is invalid in revival of judgment actions, and why courts must acquire jurisdiction over the defendant.