‘Pulong’ camp questions NBI mandate over cash delivery allegations
Paolo Duterte’s legal counsel urges the NBI to halt its probe into cash delivery allegations, questioning the bureau’s authority under Republic Act 10867.
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Reimbursements
A legal opinion explains that an employer’s claim for reimbursement of training costs due to breach of a post-employment bond is a civil obligation under…
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Philippines urged to lead ASEAN on high seas treaty implementation
The Philippines is being urged to lead ASEAN in implementing the High Seas Treaty (BBNJ), as experts warn of risks to its maritime entitlements in the West…
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Weaponizing ICC
The danger lies in transforming an international tribunal into a political instrument convenient only when it targets one’s adversaries.
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Senate standoff
The government must decide whether it intends to lead events or merely react to them after the damage has already been done.
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Labor arbiters’ money claims jurisdiction
With regard to OFWs, Section 10 of Republic Act 8042, as amended by Republic Act 10022, states that original and exclusive jurisdiction over their claims shall…
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ICC acquittal won’t end Duterte ordeal
‘There are other countries in the world where they reiterate universal jurisdiction over crimes against humanity wherever they occur. So that can be a remedy.’
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ICC reckoning day closes in on DU30
ICC Appeals Chamber to rule on April 22 on its jurisdiction over former President Rodrigo Duterte’s case, a decision that could determine whether proceedings…
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VP ignores House impeach BLITZ
Lawyers for VP Duterte questioned the constitutionality and jurisdiction of the House of Representatives’ Committee on Justice to conduct the public…
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DoJ opposes Estrada travel bid
The Department of Justice will oppose Senator Jinggoy Estrada’s motion to lift the precautionary hold departure order (PHDO), citing sufficient grounds to…
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Panelo disputes ICC jurisdiction, rebuts Duterte prosecution evidence
Salvador Panelo says ICC lacks jurisdiction over Duterte case and claims prosecution evidence has been effectively rebutted during hearings in The Hague.
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ICC, not DU30, fights for survival
The allegations against Duterte are that his fiery speeches against drugs prompted the harsh methods that led to the numerous state-sanctioned killings of drug…
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Blatant Hague interference
The Philippines ratified the Statute in 2011 but formally withdrew on 17 March 2018, with the withdrawal taking effect one year later.
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Hail Mary play
The timing is strategic, as the involvement of two senators and allies of the former President generated headlines that influence public opinion rather than…
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Tapping that DDS mystique
By means of their authority, the ‘co-perpetrators’ supposedly controlled a power structure that enabled them to control those who executed the deadly methods…
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ICC seeks more input on Duterte appeal
The ICC Appeals Chamber sought further legal submissions before ruling on former president Rodrigo Duterte’s appeal, citing unresolved questions on the court’s…
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CA dismisses Palawan petition vs electric coop
The Court of Appeals upheld the dismissal of Puerto Princesa City’s complaint against PALECO, ruling that the National Electrification Administration has…
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