Administrative Law Midterm Reviewer Part 4

Manila Electric Company v

The Supreme Court ruled that it cannot act as arbitrators, emphasizing its exclusive exercise of judicial power and the principle of separation of powers.

Antonio H

The Supreme Court clarified that the Commissioner of Land Registration, despite having privileges similar to a judge, is not under its disciplinary authority due to the separation of powers.

Garcia v

The Court ruled that a judge retains the right to salary even if unable to perform judicial functions due to circumstances beyond their control.

In re Judge Rodolfo Manzano

The Court denied a judge's appointment to an administrative agency, emphasizing the constitutional prohibition against such appointments.

Puyat vs

The Court held that assemblymen cannot appear as counsel before administrative bodies, even indirectly, to uphold constitutional provisions.

Beja, Sr

The Court ruled that attached agencies have greater autonomy, requiring internal investigations before escalating disciplinary actions to the department level.

Eugenio vs

The Court invalidated a CSC resolution abolishing the CESB, emphasizing that only the legislature can abolish entities created by law.

De la Llana vs

The Court upheld the Judiciary Reorganization Act, finding the delegation of power to the President valid under the completeness test.

Medalla vs

The Court affirmed that local executives' appointing power can be limited by law, particularly regarding Civil Service regulations.

Lianga Bay Logging Co

The Court ruled that courts should refrain from interfering with administrative matters unless there is clear evidence of arbitrariness or abuse of discretion.

Ignacia Balicas v

The Court found that gross neglect of duty requires clearly defined responsibilities, and liability cannot be imposed for actions outside one's mandated duties.

Quezon City PTCA Federation vs

The Court upheld the DepEd's authority to issue regulations, recognizing administrative agencies' power to implement broad statutory policies.

PBOAP vs DOLE

The Court dismissed the case for lack of standing, emphasizing the need for petitioners to demonstrate injury-in-fact and authorization to represent their members.

Biraogo v

The Court ruled that the creation of the Philippine Truth Commission was not within the President's power as it was not authorized by the Constitution.

Kapisanan ng mga Kawani ng Energy Regulatory Board v

The Court determined that RA 9136 explicitly abolished the ERB, validating the abolition and the creation of the ERC.

CHREA v CHR

The Court ruled that the CHR could not implement personnel changes without DBM approval, emphasizing adherence to the Salary Standardization Law.

Buklod ng Kawaning EIIB vs

The Court upheld the President's power to deactivate agencies under the executive department unless constitutionally created.

DENR vs

The Court affirmed the DENR Secretary's authority to reorganize the department, including transferring offices.

Banda vs

The Court upheld the constitutionality of EO 378, viewing it as a valid reorganization for efficiency.

Pichay vs

The Court found EO 13 valid, supporting the President's authority to reorganize offices for efficiency.

COCOFED v

The Court upheld the Sandiganbayan's actions regarding coconut levy funds, emphasizing the need for constitutional compliance in fund allocation.

Commissioner of Customs v

The Court ruled that the CMO was invalid as it exceeded the Commissioner of Customs' delegated authority.

Vivas Vs Monetary Board of BSP

The Court upheld the BSP's authority to place rural banks under receivership, finding no violation of the non-delegation doctrine.

Tua v

The Court held that the issuance of protection orders was not an invalid delegation of power but a judicial function.

Disini v

The Court declared three provisions of the Cybercrime Prevention Act unconstitutional, emphasizing the protection of freedom of expression and privacy rights.

ABAKADA vs

The Court upheld the VAT increase provisions, finding no undue delegation of legislative power.

Edu vs

The Court upheld the law authorizing the Commissioner of Land Transportation to promulgate rules for early warning devices, finding it did not violate the non-delegation doctrine.

Osmena vs

The Court found no undue delegation of legislative power in granting the ERB authority to impose additional amounts on petroleum products.

U.S

The Court ruled that Act No.