Legal Insights
Plain-language guides and case briefs on Philippine law — researched from the firm's law library of 184,000+ statutes, Supreme Court decisions, and agency issuances, and written so non-lawyers can understand and act on them.
Feb 14, 2023administrative-lawclerks-of-courtsimple-neglect-of-dutywrit-of-executionrules-of-courtlegal-ethics
Simple Neglect of Duty: When a Clerk of Court's Caution Crosses the Line
The Supreme Court clarifies when a clerk of court's erroneous reliance on procedural rules amounts to simple neglect of duty, not gross misconduct.
Nov 30, 2006administrative-lawsheriffswrit-of-executionjudicial-efficiencydue-processcourt-administration
Judicial Efficiency vs Due Process: Balancing Speed and Fairness in Case Resolution
A sheriff's failure to implement a writ shows how judicial efficiency and due process must be balanced in Philippine courts.