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The Supreme Court has affirmed that a property owner whose land is entirely surrounded by other estates is entitled to a legal easement of right of way, provided they pay proper indemnity.
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The Supreme Court ruled that a company cannot terminate an employee based on superstitious beliefs. In this case, an administrative manager was dismissed after a Feng Shui master claimed her "aura" was a mismatch for the owner.
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The Supreme Court has ruled that a warrantless search following a lawful arrest is not limited to items in "plain view." In a recent decision, the Court upheld the conviction of an individual found with illegal drugs hidden inside a cellphone charger.
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"The law may be harsh, but it need not be harsher." With these words, the Supreme Court recognized the voluntary surrender of an accused individual who turned himself in at an NBI office.
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The Supreme Court has recognized the co-ownership rights of same-sex couples regarding property acquired during their relationship.
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The Supreme Court has affirmed the life sentence of Australian national Martin Cook for the qualified trafficking of four minors.
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The Supreme Court has established clear guidelines for identifying the owner of a social media account in criminal cases. In a recent decision, the Court affirmed that a person can be held liable for online posts even if they deny owning the account.
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The Supreme Court has reminded the public that while foreign divorce laws must be proven in Philippine courts, the focus should be on the country that granted the decree.
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The Supreme Court has ruled that offering a short 20-second preview of a ringtone before purchase does not violate copyright laws.
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The Supreme Court has clarified the boundaries of intent in arson cases. In a ruling involving a fatal fire sparked by a "mother rocket," the Court held that "reckless disregard" is enough to prove malice.
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The Supreme Court has ruled that employees must first prove they were actually fired before a case for illegal dismissal can proceed.
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Government officials must strictly follow public procurement rules, even for seasonal decorations.
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The Supreme Court has clarified the status of employee bonuses, ruling that when a bonus is integrated into a CBA, it loses its discretionary nature and becomes a guaranteed benefit.
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The Supreme Court (SC) has affirmed the dismissal of an employee who hurled obscene and insulting language at his managing director during a company Christmas party.
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In a case involving a classroom assault, the Supreme Court (SC) has affirmed that a school's contractual obligation to provide a safe learning environment makes it liable for negligence when bullying is ignored.
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The Supreme Court has upheld the power of the House of Representatives to conduct legislative inquiries into the spread of online misinformation.
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In a recent case, the Supreme Court has reiterated the rule that a marriage is generally valid if one or both parties honestly believe the solemnizing officer has the legal authority to officiate.
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Unfair interest rates can void a property foreclosure, according to a recent Supreme Court ruling. The Court nullified the foreclosure of properties after finding that the bank unilaterally imposed the interest rate without the borrower's consent.
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In a recent decision, the Supreme Court has reiterated that banks are held to a high standard of diligence and can be liable for moral damages due to negligence. The SC ruled in favor of a couple whose substantial time deposits were illegally withdrawn.
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In a medical malpractice case, the Supreme Court has clarified the importance of informed consent.
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The Supreme Court has found two pizza restaurant managers guilty of simple theft for keeping service charges that rightfully belonged to their employees. While the lower courts convicted them of qualified theft.
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You bought a beautiful piece of land, a perfect spot for your family’s future. The title is in your name, you paid for it fair and square. But when you visit the property, you find someone else already living there.
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The Supreme Court of the Philippines recently ruled that barring employees from their jobs without following due process amounts to illegal dismissal.
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When words fail, where does the truth lie? The case of People v. Fallones is a striking example of how the law finds truth in the most unexpected places.
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Like a sword that's never drawn, a right that's never defended is useless. The Ynot v. IAC case drives home the point that a democracy's strength isn't just in the rights it guarantees, but in the people's willingness to use them.
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In a recent decision, the Supreme Court ruled that an adoptive uncle cannot be given a harsher penalty for the crime because his relationship with the victim was not legally recognized at the time the crime was committed.
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High Court declares time limit for filing bigamy cases begin with actual discovery
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Marriage is built on a foundation of trust, honesty, and mutual respect. But what happens when that foundation is built on a lie? In the Philippines, the law recognizes that genuine consent is the cornerstone of a valid marriage.
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