ICC jurisdiction battle not over
The twin petitions directly challenge the assertions by Nicholas Kaufman and Dov Jacobs that the ICC has ‘no legal basis’ to proceed with the pre-trial on…
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Disability benefits
A legal explanation on jurisdiction over seafarers’ monetary claims, clarifying that disability and employment-related money disputes fall under the Labor…
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SC clarifies procedure for declaring fugitives
The Supreme Court clarifies how courts should determine fugitive status, outlining procedures, legal consequences, and requirements for jurisdiction.
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SC designates RTCS as anti-graft courts
The Supreme Court designates special regional trial courts to handle anti-graft cases arising from infrastructure projects, with judges undergoing training…
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PBBM statements won’t affect ICC decisions, says Palace
Malacañang clarifies that President Marcos Jr.’s statements do not affect the ICC’s jurisdiction, following the court’s rejection of Duterte’s challenge, while…
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ICC shoots down Du30 challenge
The ICC has upheld its jurisdiction over the crimes against humanity case involving ex-President Rodrigo Duterte’s drug war, rejecting arguments that the…
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Court jurisdictions
Atty. Kathy explains why the Regional Trial Court has no jurisdiction over civil disputes in condominium cases, clarifying that refund and contractual claims…
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SC: HSAC has jurisdiction on condo contract disputes
The Supreme Court ruled that disputes over condominium contracts fall under the jurisdiction of the Human Settlements Adjudication Commission (HSAC), not the…
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Rody’s interim release to Davao City pressed
Vice President Sara Duterte calls for the interim release of her father, former President Rodrigo Duterte, from ICC custody, citing his age, willingness to…
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Correct mode: Petition for review
In San Pedro v. Spouses Trinidad (G.R. No. 272300, April 7, 2025), the Supreme Court clarified that an RTC decision under Rule 40, Sec. 8 is still appellate in…
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Duterte insists on being tried in Phl
Lawyers for former President Rodrigo Duterte urge the ICC to dismiss the case over his drug war, arguing lack of jurisdiction after the Philippines’ Rome…
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ICC petitioned not to junk Rody charges
The OPCV urges the ICC to reject former President Duterte’s bid to dismiss crimes against humanity charges, emphasizing continued ICC jurisdiction despite the…
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Kaufman’s ‘ambition’: Free DU30 by Sept.
Rodrigo Duterte’s lawyer seeks his early release from ICC detention before the September hearing, citing flawed jurisdiction claims and backing arguments with…
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Rody’s camp contests ICC jurisdiction
Kaufman had previously expressed confidence that Duterte would be acquitted at the earliest stage of the proceedings.
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Compelling defense plea
The defense lawyers said it is essential to analyze the jurisdictional concepts of the Rome Statute to determine whether the court has jurisdiction to hear the…
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Propaganda mill starts
Kaufman refuted claims by lawyers Joel Butuyan and Kristina Conti, representing accusers of Duterte, regarding alleged attempts to restrict victim…
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Fruit of the poisonous tree
The habeas corpus case has not been rendered moot simply because the Philippines can no longer cause the return of the former President as he is already in the…
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