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Atty. E. (Leo) D. Battad, a member of the Humanitarian Law and Human Rights Department of the Philippine Judicial Academy, a professor at the Graduate School of Law and College of Law of the University of the Philippines Diliman, and a human rights advocate, discusses ‘broken period’ schemes and payment of overtime wages in #SCphPodcast Episode 121: The Ruling on Overtime Pay: When Extra Hours Must Be Paid.
How do you distinguish a contracting relationship and a trilateral relationship? What rules govern a ‘broken period’ arrangement in the workplace?
This week's podcast is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Facebook, and the #SupremeCourtPH website.
Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/231…
Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcas…
YouTube: youtu.be/PvM1cM7iANE
Facebook: facebook.com/share/v/1BFtDWv…
SC website: sc.judiciary.gov.ph/podcasts…
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WATCH: Chief Justice Alexander G. Gesmundo leads the flag raising and wreath laying rites in commemoration of the 128th Anniversary of the independence of the Republic of the Philippines at the Pamintuan Mansion (now Museo ng Kasaysayang Panlipunan ng Pilipinas) in Angeles City, Pampanga this morning.
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WORK SUSPENSION: MTC of Camalaniugan, Cagayan suspends work on June 15, 2026, in view of the Municipality’s 430th Founding Anniversary.
The court shall have sufficient staff members to act on urgent requests for bail, orders of release, writs of habeas corpus, and similar urgent reliefs.
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“Ang bayang tunay na malaya ay makatarungan. Ang bayang tunay na makatarungan ay malaya.” (A truly free nation is a just nation. A truly just nation is a free nation.)
This was the message of Chief Justice Alexander G. Gesmundo as he led the flag-raising and wreath-laying rites in commemoration of the 128th Anniversary of the Proclamation of Philippine Independence on June 12, 2026, at the Museo ng Kasaysayang Panlipunan ng Pilipinas in Angeles City, Pampanga.
Reflecting on his usual reminder on the occasion that freedom is a living thing, Chief Justice Gesmundo, speaking in Filipino, said that because the country’s freedom is alive, the struggle for independence continues even more than a century later in the various fields and efforts through which Filipinos serve the nation.
He underscored that it is everyone’s duty to heed the call to make the nation’s freedom meaningful, as the rights and liberties enjoyed today also carry corresponding responsibilities as Filipino citizens.
This year’s commemoration of the Philippine Independence Day Proclamation holds special significance for Chief Justice Gesmundo, as it will be his last observance of the occasion as the sitting head of the Judiciary. Given the personal importance of the celebration, the Chief Justice said he chose to share a different message: that attaining freedom is not enough.
The more important challenge, he emphasized, is what Filipinos will do with that freedom, how they will use it, and how they will safeguard, preserve, and nurture it.
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The 128th Philippine Independence Day rites at the Museo ng Kasaysayang Panlipunan ng Pilipinas featured the raising of the Philippine flag, the traditional laying of wreath, and the keynote speech by the Chief Justice as guest of honor.
READ: sc.judiciary.gov.ph/?p=16742…
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The #SupremeCourtPH (SC) celebrated its 125th Anniversary on June 11, 2026, marking more than a century of upholding the rule of law and protecting the constitutional rights of the Filipino people. This historic milestone underscores the SC’s enduring role as the guardian of the Constitution and its continuing efforts to make justice more accessible and more efficient under its five-year reform program, the Strategic Plan for Judicial Innovations 2022-2027 (SPJI).
Chief Justice Alexander G. Gesmundo led the celebration at the SC Quadrangle in Manila, joined by SC Senior Associate Justice Marvic M.V.F. Leonen, Associate Justices Alfredo Benjamin S. Caguioa, Ramon Paul L. Hernando, Amy C. Lazaro-Javier, Henri Jean Paul B. Inting, Japar B. Dimaampao, Jose Midas P. Marquez, Maria Filomena D. Singh, and Raul B. Villanueva, together with Justices from other courts, SC officials and employees.
Also present at the celebration were retired SC Chief Justices Hilario G. Davide, Jr., Artemio V. Panganiban, Teresita J. Leonardo-de Castro, Lucas P. Bersamin, and Diosdado M. Peralta; and other retired SC Justices.
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The celebration, with the theme “Mula sa Tradisyon, Tungo sa Inobasyon”, opened with a Eucharistic Mass officiated by Manila Archbishop Jose F. Advincula, Jr. It also included the awarding of winners of the AI Hackathon, a competition conducted through the Management Information Systems Office which challenged Judiciary employees to develop artificial intelligence (AI)-ready solutions to address operational challenges within the courts. A trailer of the six-episode documentary film “Justice Reigns: 125 Years of the Supreme Court of the Philippines” which recounts the history of the SC and a highlight reel of activities held in celebration of the milestone anniversary were presented by the Office of the Spokesperson. A special video presentation which showcased past anniversary celebrations of the Court was also presented by the SC PIO-Communications Office. The celebration also featured musical performances and raffle prizes for SC officials and employees.
The anniversary program was hosted by Mr. Jose Salvador A. Zenarosa and Atty. Marilag B. Sadicon of the Office of the Spokesperson, Atty. Hyacinth B. Aldueso of the SC PIO-Communications Office, Atty. Marchellene B. Caday-Atitiw of the Office of Associate Justice Amy C. Lazaro-Javier, and MYX VJ Ozzie Llige.
As it marks its 125th year, the SC reaffirmed its commitment to uphold the rule of law and continue pursuing reforms that make justice more accessible, efficient, and responsive to the needs of the Filipino people.
Read the press release and see more photos at: sc.judiciary.gov.ph/?p=16739…
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In his keynote message, Chief Justice Gesmundo highlighted how the Supreme Court has remained steadfast amid evolving challenges as well as reforms under the SPJI, including the expansion of digital court systems and electronic filing, modernization of case management, infrastructure development, and enhanced judicial education.
He also underscored the Court’s initiatives to broaden legal aid, promote transparency, and reinforce the ethical foundations of the Judiciary and the legal profession through the 2025 Code of Conduct and Accountability for Court Officials and Personnel, the refinement of the Code of Professional Responsibility and Accountability, and the restatement of the Lawyer’s Oath.
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The #SupremeCourtPH’s (SC) 125-year journey and legacy of upholding justice and the rule of law have been brought closer to the Filipino people through a commemorative banknote and coin from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), and commemorative stamps from the Philippine Postal Corporation (PHLPost) formally launched on June 10, 2026, at the SC Session Hall in Manila, in honor of the Court’s 125th Anniversary celebration.
Chief Justice Alexander G. Gesmundo led the ceremony, joined by SC Senior Associate Justice Marvic M.V.F. Leonen and Associate Justices Alfredo Benjamin S. Caguioa, Amy C. Lazaro-Javier, Henri Jean Paul B. Inting, Rodil V. Zalameda, Samuel H. Gaerlan, Jose Midas P. Marquez, and Raul B. Villanueva.
Also present at the event were BSP officials led by Governor Eli M. Remolona, Jr. and PHLPost officials led by CEO and Postmaster General Maximo C. Sta. Maria III.
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The commemorative coin is minted in Nordic gold and bears a face value of PHP 125.
The commemorative PHP 3,000 banknote is the first issued by the BSP adopting a vertical design.
Although legal tender or legally valid for payment, both commemorative issues will soon be available for purchase at the BSP and the newly opened SC Gift Shop.
The stamps will be available for sale at the PHLPostCentral Office in Manila and at the SC Gift Shop.
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SC Spokesperson Atty. Camille Sue Mae L. Ting emphasized that the commemorative currency and stamps serve as enduring reminders of the SC’s place in the nation’s history.
During the ceremony, Chief Justice Gesmundo and Postmaster General Sta. Maria also signed the official First Day Cover issued by the PHLPost.
SC Clerk of Court En Banc Atty. Marife M. Lomibao-Cuevas underscored how the SC’s anniversary celebration honors the SC’s distinguished past while affirming its commitment to innovation and institutional transformation.
Read the press release and see more photos at: sc.judiciary.gov.ph/?p=16737…
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Here’s the latest from the Supreme Court of the Philippines, June 11, 2026:
• SC: Tayam without legal standing to seek validation of quorum in June 3, 2026 Senate session
• Some courts suspend operations due to Sarangani quake
• SC resumes oral arguments in petitions on consolidated GAA cases
• SC celebrates 125th anniversary
• CJ Gesmundo, Justice Singh attend prosecutors’ oath taking under CPRA
Press Briefer, June 10, 2026: sc.judiciary.gov.ph/press-br…
Petition in G.R. No. E-06540 (Tayam v. Cayetano): tinyurl.com/nweza642
Consolidated GAA Cases: sc.judiciary.gov.ph/?p=16279…
Full text of G.R. No. 265769 (City of Koronadal, et al. v. Yellow Bus Lines, Inc.): sc.judiciary.gov.ph/?p=16526…
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#SCphPodcast EXCERPT: Does entitlement to overtime pay extend to security guards under a ‘broken period’ scheme when their designated rest intervals are too brief to allow practical personal use?
Listen to the #SupremeCourtPH Podcast with guest Atty. Evelyn (Leo) D. Battad, a member of the Humanitarian Law and Human Rights Department of the Philippine Judicial Academy. She also teaches the same subject at the University of the Philippines Graduate School of Law. A human rights advocate, Attorney Battad is also an associate professor at the UP College of Law, where she teaches labor and social legislation, among others.
Supreme Court Chief Communications Officer Atty. Mike Navallo and Atty. Battad discuss the payment of overtime wages within the context of the case of Lorenzo D. Cambila Jr. and Albajar S. Samad v. Seabren Security Agency and Elizabeth S. Dureza, G.R. No. 261716. This Decision was penned by Justice Henri Jean Paul B. Inting and promulgated by the Supreme Court Third Division on October 21, 2024.
LISTEN to the FULL episode of this Podcast on
Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/231…
Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcas…
YouTube: youtu.be/PvM1cM7iANE
SC website: sc.judiciary.gov.ph/podcasts…
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WORK SUSPENSION: RTC Branches 64 and 65 of Tarlac City suspend work on June 11, 2026 starting at 9AM for employees’ safety due to ongoing building repairs.
The courts shall have sufficient staff members to act on urgent requests for bail, orders of release, writs of habeas corpus, and similar urgent reliefs.
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The Office of the #Bar2026 Chairperson, Supreme Court Associate Justice Samuel H. Gaerlan, in coordination with the Office of the Bar Confidant, calls on Judiciary employees and lawyers working outside the Judiciary to serve as Local Personnel for this year’s Bar Examinations.
The available positions are: (1) Floor Supervisor, (2) Head Proctor, (3) Proctor, and (4) Runner.
For the full text of the Notice, including qualifications, duties and responsibilities, as well as training requirements, scan the QR code or click the link: sc.judiciary.gov.ph/wp-conte…
The deadline for the submission of applications is June 16, 2026 (Tuesday) at 4:30 p.m.
Answer the call. Serve with purpose.
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WORK SUSPENSION: All first- and second-level courts of Cagayan de Oro City suspend work on June 15, 2026, in view of the Cagayan de Oro City Charter Day.
The courts shall have sufficient staff members to act on urgent requests for bail, orders of release, writs of habeas corpus, and similar urgent reliefs.
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WORK SUSPENSION: All courts in Pampanga, including Angeles City suspend work on June 15, 2026, in view of the 35th Anniversary of the Mt. Pinatubo Eruption.
The courts shall have sufficient staff members to act on urgent requests for bail, orders of release, writs of habeas corpus, and similar urgent reliefs.
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