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When Can You Amend a Labor Complaint? NLRC Rules Explained
Learn the strict NLRC rule on amending labor complaints before the position paper, based on a 2024 Supreme Court ruling.
Illegal Dismissal Claims: Key Insights From a Landmark Philippine Supreme Court Ruling
Learn how the Supreme Court ruled on illegal dismissal claims, the burden of proof on employees, and why position papers matter in labor cases.
Attorney Neglect and Falsehood: Disciplinary Action for Violating Professional Responsibility
A lawyer who fails to file a client's position paper and notarizes a perjured affidavit faces suspension and revocation of notarial commission.
Attorney Neglect and Falsehood: Disciplining Lawyers for Breaching Professional Responsibility
A lawyer who fails to file a client's position paper and notarizes a perjured affidavit faces suspension and loss of notarial commission.
Res Judicata in Labor Disputes: Dismissal for Failure to Prosecute Bars Second Suit
A dismissed labor complaint for failure to submit a position paper bars refiling under res judicata, unless the order says otherwise.
Supreme Court Upholds Ejectment for Lease Violation Despite Late Position Paper
SC rules on unlawful detainer, late position papers under summary procedure, and damages recoverable in ejectment cases.
Due Process in Administrative Cases: Balancing Fairness and Efficiency in Police Disciplinary Actions
The Supreme Court clarifies that administrative due process does not require trial-type hearings, allowing PNP disciplinary actions to proceed on affidavits and position papers.
Lawyer's Neglect of Client's Case Warrants Suspension from Practice
Supreme Court suspends lawyer for three months for gross negligence in failing to file position paper and attend hearings before the Social Security Commission.
Can Labor Cases Be Decided Solely on Position Papers? Understanding Due Process in Philippine Labor Disputes
The Supreme Court explains when labor arbiters may decide cases based only on position papers without trial, and what due process requires.
Due Process in Administrative Cases: Formal Hearings Are Mandatory for Elected Officials
The Supreme Court rules that administrative cases against elected officials require formal hearings, not just position papers, to satisfy due process.