
Justice system needs coordination, not institutional silos
Chief Justice Alexander Gesmundo called for stronger coordination among justice-sector institutions while emphasizing that inter-agency cooperation must uphold…
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Philippine Supreme Court news — decisions, oral arguments, and cases that shape national law and politics.

Chief Justice Alexander Gesmundo called for stronger coordination among justice-sector institutions while emphasizing that inter-agency cooperation must uphold…
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The Philippines now has 20 Justice Zones, with data showing improvements in case backlogs, jail congestion and processing times, Associate Justice Maria…
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Regardless of the mode of service employed, the requirement for an affidavit of service of notice of dishonor is now mandatory.
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The wife did not categorically testify that her husband’s abandonment and failure to provide financial support caused her mental or emotional anguish.
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The Supreme Court denied Lopez’s maturity benefits claim, ruling that his 15-year delay in converting his GSIS life insurance policy constituted laches.
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The Supreme Court ruled that marital infidelity itself is not directly punishable under Republic Act 9262, but it may constitute psychological violence when it…
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Comelec welcomed the Supreme Court ruling directing Congress to enact an anti-political dynasty law and said it is prepared to implement the measure in the…
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The Supreme Court ruled that marital infidelity alone is not punishable under the Anti-VAWC Act, but it may form part of psychological violence when resulting…
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Supreme Court Senior Associate Justice Marvic Leonen discusses the judiciary’s AI governance framework, emphasizing human judgment, accountability and the…
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Carpio also said he and other advocates would pursue a people’s initiative to enact what he called a genuine anti-political dynasty law.
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The court could create a certified incident record for submission to the Office of the Bar Confidant, the Integrated Bar of the Philippines, and the Supreme…
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Beyond the title of ‘attorney,’ a true lawyer carries with it humility, honesty and respect for the very institutions of justice that made that title possible.
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The Supreme Court directs Congress to enact an anti-political dynasty law, ruling that the legislature has a mandatory constitutional duty under Article II,…
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Retired SC Associate Justice Adolfo Azcuna says the 16-vote threshold should remain in Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial because “all means all.”
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The Supreme Court said the judiciary should not be overly sensitive to public criticism after Vice President Sara Duterte said she no longer trusts the courts.
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