When res judicata does not apply
Is this principle a hard-and-fast rule? No exception? In the present case, the Supreme Court held that res judicata does not apply if the first judgment is…
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Eduardo Martinez
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Children remain legitimate after nullity
A declaration of nullity of marriage based on the psychological incapacity of one or both spouses under Article 36 should not affect the status of the children.
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When work relationship commences
Alltech cannot claim that it validly withdrew its job offer in view of the general rule that an offer, once accepted, cannot be withdrawn.
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Right to appeal not waived
In case of the non-appearance of any of the parties during the hearing or clarificatory conference despite due notice, proceedings shall be conducted ex-parte…
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Failure to examine psych incapacity respondents
The credibility of expert witnesses does not adhere in their person; rather, their testimony is sought because of their special knowledge, skill, experience or…
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Proof shown for a photocopy
A particular item of evidence may be admissible, but its evidentiary weight depends on judicial evaluation within the guidelines provided by the rules of…
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When no bigamy exists
The presumption is always in favor of the validity of marriage. Any doubt should be resolved to sustain such validity
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Acquisitive prescription requirements
The title is called a transfer certificate of title, or more commonly TCT, which comes in a special bone-colored thick sheet of paper. This is evidence of the…
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Privileged statements made before Comelec
A petition to deny due course or to cancel a certificate of nomination of partylist nominees may only be filed with the Office of the Clerk of the Commission…
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