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Nov 29, 1996 agency special power of attorney real estate property law annulment of judgment civil code

When Can an Agent Sell Your Property? The Limits of a Special Power of Attorney

A special power of attorney to eject squatters does not authorize selling land. Learn the limits of an agent's authority to dispose of real property.

Nov 28, 1996 telecommunications franchise competition public interest executive order 94 supreme court

Navigating Telecommunications Franchises: Competition vs. Public Interest

A 1996 Supreme Court ruling on government telephone operations clarifies that franchises are not exclusive and competition serves the public interest.

Oct 17, 1996 labor law check-off union dues collective bargaining agreement employer liability

Check-Off Provisions in Philippine Labor Law: Employer Liability for Uncollected Union Dues

When an employer fails to deduct union dues under a CBA check-off, is it liable for the uncollected amount? The Supreme Court clarifies.

Jul 18, 1996 marriage solemnization family code presumptive death judicial jurisdiction family law

Judge's Authority in Marriage Solemnization: Jurisdiction and Validity Rules

Learn the jurisdictional limits of judges solemnizing marriages in the Philippines and the mandatory presumptive death proceeding under the Family Code.

Mar 15, 1996 labor-law illegal-dismissal dishonesty termination nlrc separation-pay

Dishonesty in the Workplace: When Does It Warrant Dismissal in the Philippines?

Philippine Supreme Court clarifies when employee dishonesty justifies dismissal versus when a lesser penalty like separation pay is proper.