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Family Home Exemption: Claiming Protection Before the Execution Sale
Philippine Supreme Court ruling on when and how judgment debtors must claim the family home exemption from execution sale.
Judicial Approval of Compromise Agreements: Enforcement and Jurisdiction
When a court approves a compromise agreement, it becomes a judgment enforceable by execution in the same case, not by a new lawsuit.
Adverse Claims vs. Levy on Execution: Protecting Property Rights in the Philippines
Learn when an adverse claim can defeat a levy on execution in Philippine property law, based on a 2006 Supreme Court ruling.
Quieting Title Actions Are Imprescriptible When Owner Is in Possession
A quieting of title action does not prescribe if the owner remains in possession, even after a void execution sale.
Due Process in Corporate Disputes: Prescription and Quieting of Title Under Philippine Law
The Supreme Court clarifies when actions to quiet title are imprescriptible, protecting possessors from wrongful execution sales.
Sheriffs Impropriety Maintaining Impartiality IN Writ Execution
Reformation of Contract: When Does the Prescription Period Begin?
Philippine Supreme Court clarifies when the 10-year prescriptive period for reformation of contract starts—not from execution, but from discovery of the mistake.
Execution Pending Appeal in Election Cases: When "Good Reasons" Are Not Enough
The Supreme Court clarifies when execution pending appeal in election cases is allowed and why "good reasons" must be clearly established.
Finality of Judgments in Disbarment Cases: Lessons from Bihag v. Era
The Supreme Court enforces final disbarment orders through execution and contempt, underscoring the doctrine of finality of judgment.
Execution Pending Appeal in the Philippines: When Can a Judgment Be Enforced Immediately
Philippine Supreme Court explains when execution pending appeal is allowed and why "good reasons" must be compelling, not merely convenient.
Sheriffs' Duty to Submit Timely Execution Reports: Dignum v. Diamla
The Supreme Court reminds sheriffs that failure to file periodic execution reports is simple neglect of duty, even without bad faith.
Graft IN Public Office When Issuing A Writ OF Execution Becomes A Crime IN THE Philippines
Sheriff's Duty in Writ of Execution: Diligence Must Not Overstep Authority
A sheriff's premature implementation of a court order and service of a party's motion led to suspension for simple misconduct.
Sheriffs Duty AND Execution OF Judgments WHY Following Procedure Matters
A sheriff's deviation from execution procedure, even without malice, can lead to administrative liability. Learn the rules.
Sheriff Duties in Executing Writs: Notice to Vacate and Money Judgment Enforcement
Philippine Supreme Court clarifies sheriff duties on notice to vacate and enforcing money judgments in executions, citing Rule 39.
Deed of Reconveyance and Presumption of Due Execution in Philippine Property Law
Learn how Philippine courts treat notarized deeds of reconveyance and the presumption of due execution in property disputes.
Execution Pending Appeal in the Philippines: When 'Good Reasons' Justify Immediate Judgment Enforcement
Learn when Philippine courts allow execution pending appeal, the 'good reasons' required under Rule 39, and key lessons from Bangkok Bank vs. Lee.
Lawyer Suspended for Contempt of Court: Upholding Attorneys’ Duty to Obey Court Orders
A lawyer's defiance of a writ of execution led to a one-month suspension, reaffirming that attorneys must obey court orders or face disciplinary action.
Execution of Final Judgments: Balancing Legal Interests and Preventing Delay
A lawyer's defiance of a writ of execution led to suspension, underscoring that court orders must be obeyed without delay.
Waiver and the Family Home Claiming Exemption From Execution in Philippine Law
Philippine Supreme Court clarifies when a family home exemption from execution is lost through waiver or delay in claiming it.
Sheriffs Neglect of Duty and the Consequences of Delayed Writ Execution in the Philippines
A sheriff's failure to execute a writ with reasonable dispatch is gross neglect of duty, carrying severe administrative penalties.
Injunctions in Ejectment: Balancing Immediate Execution With Equitable Considerations
The Supreme Court clarifies when courts may issue preliminary injunctions despite the immediately executory nature of ejectment judgments.
Finality of Judgments Curbing Dilatory Tactics in Property Disputes
Philippine Supreme Court ruling on final and executory judgments, stopping endless motions that delay property execution and justice.