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Aug 9, 2023forum shoppingcivil procedurerefugee statuscertification against forum shoppingsupreme courtdeportation
Forum Shopping in the Philippines: Refugee Status and Legal Technicalities
The Supreme Court clarifies the rule against forum shopping in a refugee case, stressing strict compliance with procedural rules.
The Shared Burden: Defining Well-Founded Fear in Philippine Refugee Status Determinations
Philippine Supreme Court clarifies the shared burden of proof and "well-founded fear" standard in refugee status determination under the 1951 Convention.
Refugee Status Determination in the Philippines: The "Reasonable Degree" Standard
The Supreme Court clarifies the shared burden of proof and the "reasonable degree" threshold for refugee status determination in the Philippines.