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Presidential Immunity vs Accountability: Limits of Power After Leaving Office
The Supreme Court clarifies that presidential immunity shields sitting presidents from suit, but accountability resumes once they leave office.
When Sheriffs Abuse Execution Sales: Accountability and the Rule of Law
A sheriff's dismissal for a simulated auction sale shows why court officers must follow execution rules strictly.
Government Accountability Unauthorized Asset Sales and Recovery of Funds
The Supreme Court rules on the validity of unauthorized sales of sequestered assets and the government's obligation to return proceeds.
Judicial Ethics Under Scrutiny: Accountability for Misconduct Outside the Courtroom
A look at how the Supreme Court treats judicial misconduct committed outside court, and what it means for public trust in the judiciary.
Judicial Accountability Imposing Fines FOR Ignorance OF THE LAW IN Preliminary Investigations
Judicial Accountability: Neglect of Duty vs Malicious Delay in Summary Procedure Cases
A judge's overzealous document review caused delay in summary procedure cases, resulting in a fine for neglect of duty.
Accountability in Group Crime: Conspiracy and Individual Liability in Violent Attacks
When a group attacks, Philippine courts can hold each member liable for the acts of all through conspiracy. This case explains how.
Upholding Attorney Accountability A Lawyers Duty TO Clients Despite FEE Disputes
Philippine Supreme Court ruling on lawyer's duty to clients despite fee disputes, jurisdictional rules, and carrier liability for passenger safety.
Accountability FOR ALL THE Legal Consequences OF Group Violence IN THE Philippines
Strict Accountability for Court Funds: Consequences for Clerks of Court Mismanagement in the Philippines
Philippine Supreme Court ruling on clerk of court liability for mismanaged judiciary funds, emphasizing strict accountability and administrative consequences.
Combating Judicial Delay: Ensuring Speedy Justice in Philippine Courts
A Supreme Court ruling on judge accountability for undue delay, reinforcing constitutional mandates for speedy disposition of cases.
Sheriff Misconduct and Accountability: Lessons from Ignacio v. Payumo
A deputy sheriff's failure to follow court-approved procedures for writ execution led to a misconduct ruling and fine.
Government Audit 101 Ensuring Compliance AND Accountability IN Philippine Public Spending
Learn how the Supreme Court upheld COA's audit powers in Laysa v. COA, explaining why strict compliance with bidding rules matters.
Holding Judges Accountable Ensuring Timely Justice IN Philippine Courts
The Supreme Court fined a Manila RTC judge for failing to decide cases within the 90-day reglementary period, reaffirming judicial accountability.
Protecting Children: Rape Laws and Parental Accountability in the Philippines
A father convicted of raping his 14-year-old daughter highlights Philippine rape laws, parental accountability, and the need for clear evidence.
Limits of Guardianship Court Jurisdiction and Preliminary Attachment Under Philippine Law
A guardianship court exceeded its authority by issuing preliminary attachment. The Supreme Court clarifies jurisdictional limits and judicial accountability.
Justice Delayed IS Justice Denied: Judicial Delay and Accountability in the Philippines
A Philippine Supreme Court ruling on judicial delay shows why judges must decide cases promptly—and the consequences when they don't.
Judicial Efficiency and Accountability: Understanding Timely Case Resolution in Philippine Courts
A look at execution pending appeal, "good reasons" requirement, and how Philippine courts balance speedy justice with due process.
When Duty Turns Deadly: Examining the Limits of Police Use of Force in the Philippines
Philippine law allows police to use deadly force only as a last resort. This article explains the legal boundaries, justified homicide, and accountability.
Client Funds in Trust: Why Lawyer Accountability Matters in the Philippines
A lawyer's duty to hold client funds in trust and render an accounting, explained through a Supreme Court suspension case.
Judicial Accountability WHY Timely Case Decisions ARE Crucial IN Philippine Courts
Judicial Efficiency in the Philippines: Understanding Timely Decision Mandates for Judges
Philippine judges must decide cases within 90 days. Learn the rules, penalties, and what Esguerra v. Loja teaches about judicial accountability.
Judicial Accountability When Ignorance of the Law Leads to Suspension
A judge's unfamiliarity with basic bail rules in a murder case led to a P20,000 fine for gross ignorance of the law.