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Sep 14, 2000 sequestration sandiganbayan compromise agreement pcgg public assets civil procedure

Navigating Sequestration: Why Courts Scrutinize Compromises Involving Public Assets

The Supreme Court explains why sequestered assets like SMC shares require Sandiganbayan approval before any compromise takes effect.

Aug 5, 1998 stock pledge pledgee rights corporate law mandamus sec jurisdiction share transfer

Stock Pledge in the Philippines: When Can a Pledgee Demand Ownership and Stock Transfer

Philippine Supreme Court ruling on when a pledgee of shares can demand stock transfer and ownership rights under a contract of pledge.

Jul 23, 1998 documentary stamp tax stock dividends tax law par value bir supreme court

Stock Dividends and Documentary Stamp Tax: Par Value vs Actual Value in the Philippines

Philippine Supreme Court ruling on whether documentary stamp tax on stock dividends is based on par value or book value.

Mar 3, 1997 preferred shares corporation law redemption dividends supreme court

Redeemable Preferred Shares: When Can a Corporation Refuse Redemption? Philippine Law Explained

Philippine Supreme Court explains when a corporation may refuse to redeem preferred shares, and why stockholders cannot compel redemption.