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Jan 26, 2021 commission on audit money claims quantum meruit government contracts dpwh pd 1445

Understanding the Limits of COA Jurisdiction Over Final Court Judgments in Money Claims Against the Government

A Supreme Court ruling clarifies when the COA can deny money claims against the government, and when contractors can recover under quantum meruit.

Jul 3, 2019 ombudsman probable cause anti-graft lahar mining act administrative law

Supreme Court Upholds Ombudsman's Dismissal of Graft Charges Over Lahar Quarrying

The Court explains when it will not interfere with the Ombudsman's probable cause findings, even where injury to a landowner may exist.

Oct 18, 2016 government-contracts commission-on-audit quantum-meruit presidential-decree-1445 public-works contract-enforcement

Enforcement of Government Contracts: Recovery Allowed Despite Lack of Funds Certification

Supreme Court allows contractor recovery for government equipment leases despite missing funds certification, citing quantum meruit and equity.