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Defining Sexual Harassment: The Intimidation Factor and Employer Accountability
The Supreme Court clarifies that sexual harassment includes acts creating a hostile environment, not just explicit demands for sexual favors.
Single Act, Multiple Charges: Duplicity and Double Jeopardy in Philippine Environmental Law
Explaining the Supreme Court ruling that one act can violate several environmental laws without violating double jeopardy protections.
Environmental Law Protecting Watersheds and Enforcing Local Government Authority
Supreme Court ruling on watershed protection, local government authority, and the permanent closure of the San Mateo landfill.
Defining Neglect of Duty When Environmental Monitoring Responsibility Rests With Specific Agencies
Supreme Court clarifies that DENR officers cannot be held liable for neglect of duty when monitoring responsibility rests with HLURB.
Environmental Clearance and Exhaustion of Remedies: Protecting Fisherfolk Rights in Minolo Cove
Supreme Court ruling on why fisherfolk must exhaust administrative remedies before challenging an Environmental Clearance Certificate in court.
Judicial Overreach Approving Bail Outside Jurisdictional Boundaries 2
Supreme Court clarifies venue, exhaustion of administrative remedies, and limits on injunctions in environmental cases.
Local Governments and Environmental Compliance: Ensuring Sustainable Development Under Philippine Law
The Supreme Court clarifies that local government units must comply with the Environmental Impact Statement System under PD 1586.
Pollution Adjudication Board Jurisdiction: Balancing Environmental Protection and Mining Regulations
The Supreme Court clarifies that the Pollution Adjudication Board retains jurisdiction over pollution cases involving mining operations, despite the Philippine Mining Act of 1995.