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Constructive Dismissal: When a Security Guard's Prolonged Floating Status Becomes Illegal Dismissal
The Supreme Court clarifies when a security guard's floating status beyond six months amounts to constructive dismissal, entitling the guard to separation pay and back wages.
Expropriation: When Legal Interest and Consequential Damages Are Justified
The Supreme Court clarifies when legal interest and consequential damages apply in expropriation cases, and who pays transfer taxes.
Compromise Agreements Upholding Due Process and Party Rights in Contractual Disputes
Philippine Supreme Court ruling clarifies due process and party rights in compromise agreements within contractual disputes.
Treachery Unveiled Distinguishing Homicide From Murder IN Sudden Altercations
Bouncing Checks AND Broken Promises Establishing Fraud IN Estafa Cases
Invalid Substituted Service of Summons and Due Process in Philippine Courts
Learn how defective substituted service of summons violates due process and voids judgments, based on Yuk Ling Ong v. Benjamin T. Co.
Theft vs. Estafa: When Employee Misappropriation Is Not Estafa (Benabaye Doctrine)
The Supreme Court in Benabaye v. People clarifies when an employee's misappropriation of funds is theft, not estafa, based on possession.
Breach of Trust Dismissal for Clerk of Court's Mismanagement of Funds
Supreme Court dismisses a clerk of court for gross neglect of duty, dishonesty, and grave misconduct over unremitted judiciary funds and unauthorized withdrawals.
Sheriff's Extortion and Neglect of Duty: A Supreme Court Lesson on Court Personnel Integrity
Supreme Court ruling on a sheriff's extortion and neglect of duty, reaffirming that sheriffs must execute writs with diligence and integrity.
Upholding Military Honor, Due Process, and Academic Freedom in PMA Dismissals
The Supreme Court affirms PMA's dismissal of a cadet for honor code violation, balancing military discipline with due process rights.
Establishing Attorney Client Relationship Actions Imply Consent Beyond Written Agreements
Philippine Supreme Court clarifies that lawyer-client relationships can be implied from actions, not just written contracts, in administrative case.
Chain of Custody in Drug Cases: Preserving Evidence Integrity Under RA 9165
How the Supreme Court upheld a drug conviction despite missing inventory and photos, explaining the chain of custody rule.
Ensuring Chain of Custody in Drug Cases: Protecting Rights and Upholding Justice
The Supreme Court acquits a drug suspect due to broken chain of custody, reinforcing the need for strict compliance with RA 9165.
Falsification OF Bundy Cards Upholding Honesty IN Public Service
When a Collaborating Lawyer Becomes Your Counsel of Record
Explore when a collaborating lawyer becomes your counsel and the ethical duties that follow, based on a Philippine Supreme Court ruling.
Breach of Trust Establishing Guilt in Qualified Theft Cases in the Philippines
The Supreme Court explains how a cashier's breach of confidence proves qualified theft, affirming reclusion perpetua for P640,353.86 misappropriation.
Distinguishing Illegal Sale From Illegal Delivery of Dangerous Drugs Under Philippine Law
The Supreme Court clarifies the elements of illegal sale of dangerous drugs under RA 9165 and why sale, not mere delivery, was proven in this buy-bust case.
Hazing and School Liability When Failure to Act Results in Criminal Complicity
When can school authorities be liable as accomplices to hazing? The Supreme Court clarifies the rules.
Entrapment vs. Instigation: Protecting Rights in Drug-Related Arrests
The Supreme Court clarifies the line between valid entrapment and prohibited instigation in drug arrests, and the rules on chain of custody.
Employer Liability: Proving Due Diligence in Employee Negligence Cases
Employers face liability for employee negligence unless they prove due diligence in selection and supervision. Learn the rules from a Supreme Court case.
Rape Conviction Upheld Despite Lack OF Physical Injuries THE Importance OF Credible Testimony AND USE OF Force
Retirement Benefits for Seasonal Workers: Entitlement and Computation Under Philippine Law
The Supreme Court clarifies how seasonal workers' retirement pay is computed under Article 287 and RA 7641, including the six-month rule.
Untimely VAT Refund Claims Strict Adherence To Prescriptive Periods
The Supreme Court clarifies strict prescriptive periods for VAT refund claims, denying Northern Mindanao Power Corporation's petition for late and premature filings.