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Foreclosure vs Corporate Rehabilitation: Why Timing Is Key in Philippine Law

Philippine Supreme Court ruling on how prior foreclosure affects corporate rehabilitation petitions and the proper remedy for dismissal orders.

Why Courts Must Scrutinize Motions to Withdraw Criminal Cases in the Philippines

The Supreme Court affirms that inordinate delay in preliminary investigation violates an accused's constitutional right to due process and speedy disposition.

Failure to Pay Appeal Docket Fees: When Courts May Reinstate an Appeal

Philippine Supreme Court clarifies that failure to pay appeal docket fees does not automatically dismiss an appeal; courts have discretion to reinstate.

Acts of Lasciviousness as a Lesser Included Offense in Philippine Child Abuse Cases

When rape isn't proven, Philippine courts may convict for acts of lasciviousness under RA 7610. Learn the rules from a landmark case.

Forum Shopping in Philippine Courts: Why Filing Multiple Cases Can Backfire

Learn how the Supreme Court defines forum shopping, why filing multiple cases over the same dispute can get a case dismissed, and what the certification against forum shopping requires.

Hospital Liability for Doctor Negligence in the Philippines: Corporate Responsibility Explained

When can a Philippine hospital be held liable for a doctor's negligence? The Supreme Court's ruling in Professional Services, Inc. v. Agana clarifies corporate responsibility.

Loss of Trust and Confidence: When Philippine Employers Can Validly Dismiss Employees

In Norsk Hydro v. Rosales, the Supreme Court upheld dismissal for loss of trust and confidence — but only with substantial proof and proper notice and hearing.

Justice Delayed IS Justice Denied Understanding Your Right TO Speedy Trial IN THE Philippines

The Supreme Court affirms that inordinate delay in preliminary investigation violates the constitutional right to speedy disposition of cases.

Presumption OF Guilt IN Philippine Malversation Cases WHY Accountability Matters

Due Process in Employee Dismissal: Rights Apply Even in Just Cause Terminations

The Supreme Court clarifies that even employees dismissed for just cause, like strike-related violence, are entitled to procedural due process.

Eminent Domain and Just Compensation: Why Timing Matters in Philippine Property Expropriation

Philippine Supreme Court clarifies that just compensation in expropriation is valued at the time of filing or taking, whichever comes first.

Proving Employee Abandonment: Key Lessons from a Philippine Supreme Court Ruling

Philippine Supreme Court clarifies what employers must prove to establish employee abandonment—and why mere absence is not enough.

Protecting Your Property Investments Understanding Grace Periods AND Cancellation IN Philippine Real Estate Co

Learn how Philippine law protects real estate buyers on installment, including grace periods, cancellation rules, and cash surrender value rights under RA 6552.

Charged With A Major Crime Philippine Law on Lesser Offenses Explained

Learn how Philippine courts treat charges for election offenses, the importance of the information's factual recital, and the rules on appeals.

Victim Testimony in Rape Cases: Why Philippine Courts Prioritize a Child's Voice

Philippine courts rely heavily on a child rape victim's credible testimony. Learn the rules from People v. Batiancila.

Nemo Dat Quod Non Habet: Why Title Verification Matters in Philippine Property Deals

Philippine law bars transferring property you don't own. Learn the nemo dat rule from Hermosilla v. Remoquillo and how to protect your purchase.

Estafa by Misappropriation: When Failing to Remit Entrusted Money Becomes a Crime

The Supreme Court explains when failure to remit money received for a specific purpose constitutes estafa under Philippine law.

SEC Suspension Orders and Labor Disputes: What the Rubberworld Case Means

The Supreme Court clarifies that SEC suspension orders in rehabilitation cases automatically stay labor claims, making any labor ruling void.

Estafa by Misappropriation: When Failing to Return Entrusted Money Is a Crime

Understand when failing to return money received for a specific purpose becomes estafa under Philippine law, based on a Supreme Court ruling.

Credible Witnesses Are Key in Philippine Naturalization Cases: Edison So v. Republic

The Supreme Court explains why character witnesses must know an applicant well, not merely parrot the law, in judicial naturalization cases.

Burden of Proof in Labor Cases: Supreme Court Upholds Employee Rights in Wage Disputes

Philippine Supreme Court ruling clarifies that employers bear the burden of proof in labor standards cases, protecting workers' claims for unpaid wages.

Pairing Judge Authority: When Orders Become Void After a Regular Judge Assumes Office

A pairing judge's authority ends when the regular judge assumes office. Orders issued after that are void, as Yujuico v. Quiambao shows.

Piercing the Corporate Veil in the Philippines: When Parent Companies Pay Subsidiary Debts

Philippine courts can hold parent companies liable for subsidiary debts when the subsidiary is a mere instrumentality. Learn the rules from General Credit v. Alsons.

Navigating Illegal Recruitment in the Philippines: Why a POEA License Is Your Shield

Learn how Philippine law defines large-scale illegal recruitment, why a POEA license matters, and what the Supreme Court says about proving this crime.