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Extrajudicial Partition and Property Rights in Philippine Inheritance Disputes
Understand how the Supreme Court upheld a 1951 extrajudicial partition, clarifying heirs' property rights, prescription, and laches in inheritance disputes.
When BIR Regional Directors Can File Tax Collection Cases: The Hizon Ruling
Philippine Supreme Court clarifies BIR regional directors' authority to file tax collection suits and the prescription rules under the NIRC.
Homicide vs Murder: Understanding Intent and Qualifying Circumstances in Philippine Law
Philippine Supreme Court clarifies how intent and qualifying circumstances distinguish homicide from murder, and explains cyber libel prescription rules.
Prescription of Behest Loan Cases: When Does the Clock Start for Graft Charges?
Supreme Court ruling on when prescription begins for behest loan graft cases under RA 3019, and why the discovery rule matters.
Prescription Periods for Behest Loans: When Does the Clock Start Ticking?
When does prescription begin for behest loan offenses? The Supreme Court clarifies the discovery rule under Act No. 3326.
Prescription of Behest Loan Cases: When Does the Clock Start for Anti-Graft Charges?
The Supreme Court clarifies when prescription begins for behest loan cases under RA 3019, emphasizing discovery over commission.
Legally Binding Family Agreements: Extrajudicial Settlements and Inheritance in the Philippines
Philippine Supreme Court ruling on extrajudicial settlements, forgery claims, prescription, and laches in family inheritance disputes.
Time Is of the Essence: Prescription and Laches in Philippine Land Title Disputes
Philippine Supreme Court ruling on how prescription and laches bar reconveyance claims over fraudulently titled land after decades of inaction.
Time Is of the Essence: Prescription and Laches in Philippine Land Title Disputes
Learn how prescription and laches can bar reconveyance claims in Philippine land disputes, based on Vera Cruz v. Dumat-ol.
Time Is of the Essence: Prescription and Laches in Philippine Property Disputes
Philippine Supreme Court ruling on how prescription and laches bar property claims filed decades after a sale with pacto de retro.
Tax Assessment Waivers: Why the BIR Commissioner's Signature Is Crucial
Philippine Supreme Court ruling on why waivers of the tax prescription period require the BIR Commissioner's signature to be valid.
Torrens Title vs. Acquisitive Prescription: Why Registered Land Prevails in the Philippines
A Torrens title defeats claims of ownership by long possession. Learn the Ramos v. Bautista ruling and how to protect registered land.
Prescription Periods in Philippine Property Disputes Involving Constructive Trusts
When does a claim for reconveyance based on a constructive trust prescribe? The Supreme Court clarifies the 10-year rule.
Illegitimate Childrens Inheritance Rights IN THE Philippines A Case Analysis
Philippine Supreme Court ruling on oral donations, co-ownership, and prescription in estate partition disputes.
Missed Deadlines Lost Rights Understanding Prescription AND Laches IN Philippine Property Disputes
Learn how prescription and laches bar stale property claims in the Philippines, with key rules and practical guidance.
Lost Property Claims: Why Delay Can Cost You Everything in the Philippines
A Philippine Supreme Court ruling shows how delay, laches, and prescription can bar property recovery claims. Learn the legal lessons.
Forced Resignation in Labor Cases: When Proof of Intimidation Is Required
Teachers' resignations upheld as voluntary absent proof of intimidation; NLRC awards corrected for 13th month pay, vacation leave, and prescription.
Protecting Your Property Rights: Why Forged Deeds Can't Stand in Philippine Law
Learn how Philippine courts treat forged deeds and protect property owners. A guide to reconveyance actions, prescription, and buyer's good faith.
Delayed Cargo Claims and Prescription: When the One-Year COGSA Rule Does Not Apply
Explaining Mitsui O.S.K. Lines v. Court of Appeals: when delayed delivery claims are not "loss or damage" under COGSA's one-year prescriptive period.
Time Is of the Essence: Understanding the Prescription Period for Illegal Dismissal Claims in the Philippines
When does the 4-year prescriptive period for illegal dismissal start? The Supreme Court clarifies in Mendoza v. NLRC.
Acquisitive Prescription of Land in the Philippines: When Possession Can Ripen Into Ownership
Philippine law on when long possession of land can ripen into ownership, and why forest lands can never be acquired by prescription.
Reconveyance Actions and Prescription: Lessons from Delos Reyes v. Court of Appeals
A 30-year delay bars reconveyance claims under the Torrens system, protecting innocent purchasers for value from stale suits.
Acquisitive Prescription: How to Acquire Land Ownership in the Philippines
Learn how acquisitive prescription works under Philippine law—the requirements, periods, and limits for acquiring land ownership through open, continuous possession.
Tuition Fee Increases and Employee Benefits: Legal Obligations of Philippine Schools
Philippine Supreme Court ruling on how tuition fee increases must be allocated for employee salaries and benefits, with prescription rules explained.