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Sep 14, 2021 hierarchy of courts certiorari rule 65 small claims civil procedure

Hierarchy of Courts in Certiorari Petitions: Lessons from Nacionales v. Solde-Annogui

The Supreme Court reaffirms the hierarchy of courts doctrine, requiring certiorari petitions to start at the RTC, not the High Court.

Jan 21, 2014 certiorari small claims rule 65 grave abuse of discretion civil procedure philippine law

Certiorari as a Remedy: Challenging Small Claims Court Decisions in the Philippines

Can a final small claims decision be challenged? The Supreme Court clarifies when certiorari under Rule 65 is the proper remedy.

Jan 30, 2000 motion for reconsideration rules on summary procedure preliminary conference ejectment cases civil procedure philippine supreme court

Motion for Reconsideration Under Summary Procedure: The Lucas Doctrine

When can a litigant file a motion for reconsideration under summary procedure? The Supreme Court clarifies the exception for dismissal orders.