Remedial Law

SUBJECT: The Principle of ‘Stare Decisis’ I. Introduction The principle of stare decisis et non quieta movere—to adhere to precedents and not to unsettle things which […]

SUBJECT: The Doctrine of ‘Res Judicata’ I. Introduction The doctrine of res judicata is a fundamental principle in remedial law, designed to ensure the finality and […]

SUBJECT: The Concept of ‘Locus Standi’ (Legal Standing) I. Introduction and Definition Locus standi, or legal standing, is a fundamental procedural doctrine in Philippine remedial law […]

SUBJECT: The Principle of Judicial Hierarchy I. Introduction and Definition The Principle of Judicial Hierarchy, also known as the Doctrine of Hierarchy of Courts, is a […]

SUBJECT: The Doctrine of Exhaustion of Administrative Remedies I. Introduction The doctrine of exhaustion of administrative remedies is a cornerstone of Philippine remedial law and jurisprudence, […]

SUBJECT: The Doctrine of Finality of Judgments I. STATEMENT OF LEGAL PRINCIPLE The Doctrine of Finality of Judgments, also known as the rule on immutability of […]

SUBJECT: Independent Civil Actions I. Introduction and Legal Basis An independent civil action is a civil suit that proceeds independently of a criminal prosecution, even if […]

SUBJECT: Prejudicial Questions in Criminal Procedure I. Introduction and Legal Basis A prejudicial question is defined as one which arises in a case, the resolution of […]

SUBJECT: Bail as a Matter of Right vs Discretion I. INTRODUCTION This memorandum addresses the fundamental distinction in Philippine remedial law between bail as a matter […]