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Breach of Trust: Dismissal for Dishonesty and Grave Misconduct in Public Service
Court clerk dismissed for overcharging fees and pocketing collections. Learn the rules on dishonesty and grave misconduct.
Court Employee Dismissed for Grave Misconduct and Dishonesty in Fee Collection
Supreme Court affirms dismissal of clerk of court found guilty of grave misconduct and dishonesty for overcharging fees and misappropriating court funds.
Court Stenographer Fees in the Philippines: What Rule 141 Allows
Learn the legal rates court stenographers may charge for transcripts under Rule 141, and why overcharging is administrative misconduct.
Defining Jurisdiction: Courts vs Energy Regulatory Board in Overcharging Disputes
Supreme Court clarifies that regular courts, not the ERB, hear disputes over electric overcharging and recovery of sums.