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Burden of Proof in Illegal Dismissal: Employer's Duty vs Employee's Obligation
Who must prove what in illegal dismissal cases? A Supreme Court ruling clarifies the burden of proof for employers and employees.
Probationary Employment in Philippine Private Schools: Teacher Rights and Tenure
A Supreme Court ruling explains how probationary periods work for private school teachers, when tenure is acquired, and what schools must prove to validly terminate.
Parricide Affirmative Duty TO Prove Accident IN Spousal Killings
Prolonged Floating Status Equals Illegal Dismissal for Security Guards
Security guards on floating status beyond six months are constructively dismissed. Learn the rule and your rights from this Supreme Court case.
Due Process Prevails When Land Registration Cases Cannot Disguise Revocation of Donation Claims
The Supreme Court nullified a land registration case that was actually a disguised claim for revocation of donation, upholding due process.
Breach of Public Trust: Official Position Cannot Shield Criminal Acts
Philippine Supreme Court affirms conviction of municipal treasurer for graft and estafa, ruling public office cannot shield criminal acts.
Voluntary Resignation vs Constructive Dismissal: Know Your Rights as an Employee
Understand the difference between voluntary resignation and constructive dismissal, and how Philippine law protects employee rights in termination cases.
Judicial Conduct on Trial: Balancing Online Presence and Ethical Duties
A Supreme Court ruling on a judge's Friendster photos and courtroom conduct clarifies ethical boundaries for magistrates online and offline.
Seafarers Disability Timely Assessment IS KEY To Benefits Entitlement
A seafarer's disability claim hinges on the company doctor's timely assessment. Learn the 120/240-day rule from a Supreme Court case.
Breach of Bar Exam Instructions: Simple Misconduct vs Gross Misconduct
When does violating bar exam rules amount to simple misconduct rather than gross misconduct? The Supreme Court explains in this administrative case.
Certification vs Receipts: Reimbursing Expenses in Government-Owned Corporations
The Supreme Court clarifies that certifications alone cannot support EME reimbursement claims in GOCCs under COA Circular No. 2006-01.
Perfecting Appeals in Labor Disputes: The Mandatory Bond Requirement
Philippine Supreme Court clarifies that an employer's appeal in labor cases with monetary awards requires a mandatory bond, or the Labor Arbiter's decision becomes final.
Possession Follows Ownership When a Writ of Execution Implies Possession of Land
Philippine Supreme Court ruling: a writ of execution may place a winning party in possession of land even if the judgment does not expressly say so.
Land Ownership State Title Prevails Over Squatters Rights IN Fort Bonifacio Dispute
A Supreme Court ruling clarifies that when ownership of land is finally adjudicated, the writ of execution may include placing the winning party in possession, even if not expressly stated. This princ
Buy-Bust Operations and Chain of Custody: What Drug Cases Require
The Supreme Court clarifies what makes buy-bust operations legal and how chain of custody rules apply in drug cases under RA 9165.
Upholding Ethical Conduct: Suspension for Loafing in the Judiciary
Supreme Court suspends court employee for loafing, reaffirming that judicial personnel must strictly observe office hours and professional conduct.
Contempt of Court: Balancing Due Process and Judicial Authority
Explore how the Supreme Court balances due process with judicial authority in contempt cases, ensuring fairness and order.
Upholding Integrity: Court Personnel's Duty Against Tampering of Official Records
Supreme Court rules on loafing and case-fixing charges against court personnel, emphasizing integrity and strict observance of official time.
Dishonesty in the Workplace: When Company Policies Justify Dismissal in the Philippines
Philippine Supreme Court ruling on falsified daily time records as dishonesty, and when company policies justify dismissal for grave offenses.
Private Rights vs State Reservations: When Long Possession of Public Land Cannot Ripen Into Ownership
Philippine Supreme Court clarifies that unclassified public land cannot be privately owned without positive government act declaring it alienable and disposable.
Co-Ownership Rights Selling Your Share Without Consent Philippines
Can a co-owner be forced to sell their share? The Supreme Court explains Article 493 rights and the remedy of partition.
Familial Trust Betrayed Upholding Justice IN Cases OF Qualified Rape
Falsifying Time Records: A Breach of Public Trust in the Philippine Judiciary
Court interpreter suspended for falsifying daily time records to attend law school, a dishonesty case that underscores accountability in the judiciary.
Upholding State Ownership: Imperfect Titles and Land Classification in the Philippines
The Court rules that unclassified public land cannot ripen into private ownership; claimants must prove the land was declared alienable and disposable.