Seafarer groups have petitioned the Supreme Court to declare the Filipino Magna Carta of Seafarers unconstitutional, claiming it violates the Constitution. They challenge a provision requiring seafarers to post bonds for monetary awards pending appeal, arguing it infringes on their rights. The petition also seeks guidelines on presidential powers during public calamities.
A labor group in the Philippines has petitioned the Supreme Court to challenge the constitutionality of a bond requirement in the Magna Carta for Seafarers. This provision, not imposed on land-based workers, places an unfair financial burden on seafarers. The group argues that it discriminates against seafarers and delays justice while adding financial strain.
The Supreme Court has requested an independent expert agency to assess the environmental impact of a multi-billion rupee port project in Palghar, Maharashtra. The ruling came after a plea from the National Fishworkers Forum, citing concerns about environmental and livelihood issues. The court highlighted the importance of proper planning and environmental protection.
The owner of the ship that crashed into the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore is facing years of legal battles, with insurance claims for reconstruction, wrongful death, and business interruption potentially reaching $3 billion, according to Barclays Plc analysts. The collision resulted in the bridge collapsing into the water, with six workers presumed dead.
