SC Voids PhilHealth Fund Grab, Orders Return of P60B

MANILA, Philippines — In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court En Banc has declared unconstitutional the government's move to divert PHP 89.9 billion from the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) to the National Treasury, ruling the action violated multiple constitutional safeguards, particularly the people's right to health.In the consolidated petitions,…

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SC Rules Senate Did Not Violate Guo’s Right to Privacy

MANILA, Philippines — The Supreme Court (SC) En Banc has dismissed the petition filed by Bamban, Tarlac Mayor Alice L. Guo, which sought to annul the Senate's subpoena for her attendance and lift the subsequent contempt and arrest orders issued against her.In a Decision promulgated on August 12, 2025, and…

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SC orders arrest of Yanson heir, adopts Fugitive Disentitlement Doctrine

MANILA, Philippines — In a landmark decision strengthening the administration of criminal justice, the Supreme Court (SC) En Banc explicitly adopted the "Fugitive Disentitlement Doctrine," ruling that individuals who flee the Philippines to evade prosecution lose their standing to seek affirmative judicial relief. The ruling, promulgated on November 25, 2025,…

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