In People v. Estregan, the Supreme Court ruled that violations of procurement laws don’t automatically result in a public officer’s conviction under Section 3(e) of RA 3019. The prosecution must prove the officer’s role, evident bad faith or gross negligence, and that such actions caused undue injury or unwarranted benefits.
In Martin v. Ala, the Supreme Court addressed a disbarment complaint against Atty. Leticia E. Ala, filed by her former brother-in-law, Denis Guy Martin. The Court found Atty. Ala administratively liable for urging police officers to shoot her nephew during an altercation, violating ethical standards. Additionally, she was reprimanded for using abusive language in legal pleadings. The Court imposed the penalty of suspension from the practice of law for six months and one year, to be served successively.
In Aguilar v. Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas, the Supreme Court upheld BSP’s authority to close banks without prior hearing if substantial evidence shows insolvency or potential losses to depositors. The Court ruled that only majority stockholders can challenge such actions within 10 days, ensuring prompt regulatory intervention.
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In Empuerto v. Cabrillos, the Supreme Court held that the Regional Trial Court’s (RTC’s) order containing certain terms compromise agreement between the parents of the child as to the latter’s custody cannot be considered a full-fledged provisional order awarding custody given that the father, Jeffrey, was not served with summons nor given the opportunity to file an answer. The Court remanded the case to the RTC for trial.
In Lacida v. Subejano, the Supreme Court dismissed a disbarment complaint against Atty. Rejoice S. Subejano, who borrowed money from Megamitch Financial Resources Corporation while serving as its legal counsel. The Court found the transaction fell within exceptions to the prohibition on borrowing from clients under the Code of Professional Responsibility and Accountability (CPRA).
In Green v. Green, the Supreme Court declared the marriage between Jeffrey and Rowena Green void due to Rowena’s psychological incapacity. Evidence showed her pathological gambling, infidelity, dishonesty, and substantial debts, making her unable to fulfill marital obligations. The Court emphasized that psychological incapacity need not be a clinical diagnosis but must be proven through clear acts of dysfunctionality.
In Mother Goose Special School System, Inc. v. Spouses Palaganas, the Supreme Court ruled that the school breached its contractual duty to provide a safe learning environment when a student was repeatedly punched by classmates during a teacher’s absence. The Court emphasized that educational institutions must ensure student safety and cannot solely rely on the “good father of a family” defense in contractual breaches.
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In Spouses Calimlim v. Goño, the Supreme Court ruled that structures built by the Calimlims on public foreshore land without government approval constituted a public nuisance. These unauthorized constructions obstructed public access and caused environmental harm.
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In Planters Development Bank v. Heirs of Delos Santos, the Supreme Court ruled that despite the borrowers’ waiver of demand in the promissory note, the bank was still required to provide personal notice before initiating extrajudicial foreclosure. Failure to do so invalidated the foreclosure proceedings, emphasizing the necessity of proper notification to borrowers. Notwithstanding, the High Court upheld the validity of the foreclosure sale in this case finding that Planters Development Bank complied with its obligation to personally notify Sps. Delos Santos of the same.
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