In-Depth Legal Commentaries, Updates, and Insights
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A verbal agreement to forgive debt over P5,000 is invalid without written acceptance. This ruling emphasizes the necessity of documenting financial agreements for legal enforceability.
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Reinstatement Despite Misconduct: Balancing Employee Rights and Company Interests in Dismissal Cases
The Supreme Court ruled that dismissal was too harsh for an employee’s procedural violations, ordering reinstatement. This underscores the need for proportionate penalties, balancing employee rights and company interests.
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The Supreme Court ruled that a civil case should not be dismissed solely for a counsel’s failure to attend a non-trial conference. This emphasizes resolving disputes on their merits, avoiding harsh penalties for minor procedural lapses.
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The Supreme Court held that a slight delay in formally exercising an option to purchase does not invalidate the right if the intent to purchase is clear and no prejudice results. This ensures fairness and prevents unjust enrichment when parties demonstrate a clear intention to fulfill contractual obligations.
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The Supreme Court held that dismissing an employee for a minor offense was too harsh. Proportionality is crucial in disciplinary actions, protecting employees from excessive penalties.
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The Supreme Court affirmed a murder conviction, highlighting that a deliberate attack on an unsuspecting victim constitutes treachery. This clarifies compensation for victims’ families, including indemnity, damages, lost earnings, and fees.
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The Supreme Court affirmed the SEC’s power to resolve internal corporate disputes. This ensures regulatory oversight of organizational power struggles.
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The Supreme Court affirmed a murder conviction, clarifying that claiming self-defense requires proving actions were justified to prevent imminent danger. This shifts the burden to the accused to demonstrate elements of legitimate self-defense.
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The Supreme Court affirmed the death penalty for incestuous rape, emphasizing the importance of a victim’s clear testimony. This ruling reinforces that familial relation does not invalidate a report of abuse, even if delayed.