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Feb 25, 2024 demolition local government property law ra 7279 due process ejectment

When Can a Mayor Order Demolition Without a Court Order? The Altarejos Ruling

The Supreme Court clarifies the limits of a mayor's power to order demolition without court intervention, reinforcing due process and property rights.

Jul 5, 2022 executive privilege legislative inquiry separation of powers senate blue ribbon constitutional law philippine supreme court

Executive Privilege vs Legislative Oversight: The Senate v. Medialdea Ruling

The Supreme Court dismissed the Senate's petition against the October 2021 Memorandum barring executive officials from Blue Ribbon hearings, citing premature filing.

Mar 5, 2017 trademark infringement intellectual property probable cause grave abuse of discretion false designation of origin criminal law

Trademark Infringement and Probable Cause: When the Secretary of Justice Abuses Discretion

The Supreme Court clarifies when courts may override the Secretary of Justice's dismissal of trademark infringement complaints for grave abuse of discretion.

Jun 5, 2013 publication requirement presidential proclamation administrative law land classification official gazette

Publication Requirement Prevails: Unpublished Handwritten Addendum Has No Legal Effect

Supreme Court rules unpublished handwritten addendum to a presidential proclamation has no force of law, reaffirming the indispensable publication requirement.

Jun 6, 2007 military pension citizenship pd 1638 retirement benefits afp parreño

Military Pension and Citizenship: The Parreño Ruling on PD 1638

Retired AFP officers who lose Filipino citizenship can have their pensions terminated under PD 1638, as upheld in Parreño v. COA.

Jul 25, 2000 election law comelec hret jurisdiction election contest disqualification

COMELEC vs. HRET Jurisdiction: When Election Disputes Shift to the Electoral Tribunal

Learn when COMELEC loses jurisdiction over House election contests and the HRET becomes the sole judge of a member's election, returns, and qualifications.