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Feb 14, 2023 administrative-law clerks-of-court simple-neglect-of-duty writ-of-execution rules-of-court legal-ethics

Simple Neglect of Duty: When a Clerk of Court's Caution Crosses the Line

The Supreme Court clarifies when a clerk of court's erroneous reliance on procedural rules amounts to simple neglect of duty, not gross misconduct.

Sep 27, 2004 administrative-law neglect-of-duty substantial-evidence public-servants civil-service supreme-court

Neglect of Duty Requires Substantial Evidence: Protecting Public Servants From Unsubstantiated Claims

The Supreme Court clarifies that administrative liability for neglect of duty demands substantial evidence, not mere allegations or speculation.

Mar 26, 2003 administrative-law court-personnel clerk-of-court fiduciary-funds neglect-of-duty supreme-court

Upholding Duty Accountability for Court Personnel in Handling Evidence

Supreme Court rules on clerk of court's liability for delayed deposit of cash bond, affirming accountability standards for court personnel.