Format of the Case Digest

I. Caption. This includes the title of the case, the date it was decided, and citation. Include also the
petitioner, respondent, and the ponente.
II. Facts. There is no need to include all the facts. Just include those that are relevant to the subject.
III. Issues. Include only those that are relevant. Issues are usually framed in the form of questions
that are answerable by "yes" or "no," for example, "Is the contract void?" Sometimes, students frame
the question by starting it with the word "whether," for example, "Whether the contract is void" or
"Whether or not the contract is void." The answer to the question has to be answered in the ruling.
IV. Ruling. This usually starts with a "yes" or a "no." This is the answer to the question/s involving
the issue. After the categorical yes/no answer, the reason for the decision will be explained.
V. Concurring and Dissenting Opinions. This part is optional, but it would help to include them
because there are professors who ask for separate opinions in recitations.