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Dengvaxia Mandamus Petition: Supreme Court on Judicial Power in Public Health Crises
Supreme Court dismisses Dengvaxia mandamus petition, ruling continuing mandamus is for environmental cases, not health rights disputes.
Final CIAC Awards Binding on COA: Supreme Court Limits Audit Body's Review Power
Supreme Court ruling in Sunway Builders v. COA confirms COA cannot modify final CIAC arbitration awards, limiting its role to execution and payment.
When Court Errors Are Not Misconduct: Judicial Discretion vs. Administrative Liability
The Supreme Court clarifies when a judge's errors in issuing TROs are judicial matters, not grounds for administrative discipline.
Serving Time, Not Home Care: Graft Convicts Must Stay in Penal Facilities
The Supreme Court affirms that convicted graft offenders must serve prison terms in penal institutions, rejecting house arrest pleas.
Justice Delayed IS Justice Denied: Speedy Disposition and Evidence in Graft Cases
Explore the Supreme Court's ruling in Lorenzo v. Sandiganbayan on inordinate delay in preliminary investigations and the right to speedy disposition of cases.
CBA Stability vs Management Prerogative: Loan Policy Changes Ruled Invalid
Supreme Court rules banks cannot unilaterally add conditions to CBA-embedded loan programs, affirming collective bargaining rights.
Due Process in Tax Assessments: Strict Adherence to Notice Requirements
The Supreme Court nullified a deficiency tax assessment because the BIR issued the Final Assessment Notice before the taxpayer's 15-day period to reply to the Preliminary Assessment Notice lapsed.
Equitable Mortgage vs Sale: Protecting Possessory Rights in Philippine Property Law
When is a deed of sale actually an equitable mortgage? The Supreme Court explains how Article 1602 protects possessory rights.
Regular vs. Project Employment: Key Insights from a Recent Supreme Court Ruling
The Supreme Court clarifies when fixed-term project employment is valid and how to distinguish a legitimate independent contractor from labor-only contracting.
Condominium Foreclosure Special Authority Imperative FOR Extrajudicial Sales
Philippine Supreme Court clarifies that condominium corporations need special authority to extrajudicially foreclose units for unpaid dues.
When a Bank's Auction Purchase Benefits the Mortgagor: PNB v. Tad-y
A bank that buys mortgaged property at a tax auction may hold it in trust for the mortgagor under the mortgage's agency clause.
When a Company Doctor's Silence Ends a Seafarer's Claim: The Lingering Duty to Assess
A company-designated physician's failure to issue a final disability assessment within 240 days makes a seafarer's disability total and permanent by operation of law.
Balancing Justice and Procedure When Counsel's Negligence Impacts an Appeal
The Supreme Court rules that a counsel's failure to file a brief on time should not cost an accused his appeal, especially when liberty is at stake.
Imprescriptibility of Reconveyance Actions Challenging Titles Based on Nonexistent Contracts
When a land title is based on a nonexistent contract, the action for reconveyance does not prescribe, the Supreme Court rules.
Just Compensation in Agrarian Reform: Why the Valuation Date Matters
Philippine Supreme Court clarifies that just compensation in agrarian reform must use the valuation date and DAR formula applicable at the time of taking.
Reconveyance for Void Contracts: Imprescriptible Actions Under Article 1410
When a land transfer rests on a void or inexistent contract, an action for reconveyance does not prescribe, protecting rightful owners.
Forcible Entry: How a Torrens Title Proves Prior Physical Possession
In ejectment cases, prior physical possession can be proven by a Torrens title and tax declarations, not just actual occupation. The Supreme Court explains.
Judicial Independence vs Harassment: Striking the Balance in Administrative Complaints Against Judges
The Supreme Court clarifies when administrative complaints against judges become harassment suits, protecting judicial independence while ensuring accountability.
Double Jeopardy and Rape Conviction: What the Supreme Court Said About Due Process
A rape conviction upheld despite the victim's intellectual disability—here's why the Court refused to impose statutory rape.
Serious Misconduct and Illegal Dismissal: When a Petty Quarrel Isn't Grounds for Termination
The Supreme Court clarifies when a workplace fight constitutes serious misconduct justifying dismissal, and when it amounts to illegal termination.
Unmarried Cohabitation Establishing Property Rights In Long Term Illicit Relationships
The Supreme Court ruled that long-term illicit cohabitation can establish co-ownership rights under Article 148 of the Family Code.
Faculty Rights and Union Membership: Protecting the Right to Self-Organization in Educational Institutions
The Supreme Court clarifies that faculty members are not managerial employees and may form unions, protecting their right to self-organization.
Double Jeopardy and the Limits of Estate Representation in Criminal Appeals
A Supreme Court ruling clarifies when an estate administrator may appeal an acquittal—and why double jeopardy bars such appeals.
Breach of Public Trust When Negligence in Procurement Leads to Graft Conviction
Supreme Court affirms graft conviction of DOH supply officer for gross inexcusable negligence in anomalous drug purchases, clarifying liability under RA 3019.