No impeach mistrial over withdrawn charges — prof
Gabriel explained that the withdrawal meant Duterte would no longer face conviction on those articles, making a mistrial difficult to justify on that basis…
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The ruling serves as a reminder that a depositor’s death does not give banks free rein over the funds left behind.
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SC fines ex-court stenographer for voyeurism
The Supreme Court found former Olongapo City court interpreter Jan Paul Lugtu guilty of gross immorality for secretly recording female lawyers and court staff…
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SC pressed to junk wage hike challenge
Two construction firms and a fishing industry federation have asked the Supreme Court to dismiss a petition challenging Metro Manila’s minimum wage hike,…
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SC justices get crack at top post
Five Supreme Court justices are vying to succeed Chief Justice Alexander Gesmundo, who will retire on 6 November 2026. The Judicial and Bar Council will…
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Marinduque contests $25-M legal fee
The Marinduque provincial government has asked the Supreme Court to review a Court of Appeals ruling upholding a 25-percent contingency fee worth about $25…
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Leonen urges legal professionals to use AI critically to prevent injustice
Supreme Court Senior Associate Justice Marvic Leonen urges lawyers and law students to use AI critically, warning that its unmindful use could lead to…
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Bets start SC justice race
Four candidates, including COA Chairperson Gamaliel Cordoba and Government Corporate Counsel Solomon Hermosura, face JBC interviews for the Supreme Court…
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No valid first marriage, no bigamy
A marriage certificate may begin the inquiry, but it does not necessarily end it.
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Senior discount loophole? Lawyer warns of fake promos
Lawyer Romulo Macalintal urges the Supreme Court to clarify its ruling on senior citizen discounts, warning businesses may exploit loopholes by mislabeling…
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SC clears way for electronically notarized land, business documents
The Supreme Court paves the way for electronic notarization, enabling faster and more accessible legal transactions with the Land Registration Authority and…
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SC aspirant wants anti-dynasty law to cover appointees
Government Corporate Counsel Solomon Hermosura advocates for an anti-political dynasty law covering both elected and appointed positions as he vies for a…
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COA chief Cordoba seeks Supreme Court seat
COA Chairman Gamaliel Cordoba leverages decades of experience in government and regulatory agencies to strengthen his bid for a Supreme Court seat, emphasizing…
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Misleading acts
A Supreme Court ruling in University of the East v. Romeo A. Jader established that educational institutions have a duty to promptly inform students of their…
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SC, PHILJA eyes judicial training center in the Visayas
The Supreme Court and PHILJA are set to establish a judicial training center in Visayas, thanks to a 20,000-square meter land donation from New Lucena, Iloilo.…
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Psyche violence
The Supreme Court clarified that acquittal in a concubinage case does not automatically absolve a husband facing charges under Section 5(i) of Republic Act…
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SC junks contempt case vs Sotto
Sotto questioned the SC ruling, claiming, among other things, that the ponente was unfamiliar with congressional rules and that the decision effectively…
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