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Fixed-Term Contracts vs Regular Employment: What Employers and Workers Must Know
A Supreme Court ruling explains when fixed-term employment is valid and how it differs from regular employment under Philippine labor law.
Control Test vs Independent Contractor: Manila Water Ruling on Labor-Only Contracting
Supreme Court explains when a contractor is labor-only, not independent, and when workers become regular employees under Philippine labor law.
Breach of Contract and Preliminary Attachment: D.M. Wenceslao v. Readycon
Supreme Court clarifies when a wrongful attachment claim succeeds and when a contract balance becomes due, in a construction supply dispute.
Estafa Conviction Upheld for Deceit in Mobilization Fund Scheme
Supreme Court affirms estafa conviction for contractor who misrepresented ability to mobilize equipment and misappropriated P600,000 mobilization fund.
Independent Contractor vs Employee: Defining the Lines in Media Talent Engagements
The Supreme Court clarifies when a TV or radio host is an independent contractor, not an employee, using the control test.
MSU Liable for Official Actions: Contractual Obligations and University Presidents
Supreme Court rules Mindanao State University bound by official acts of its presidents, estopped from denying contract payments to contractor.
Rescission Rights Understanding Contract Breaches AND Obligations IN Philippine LAW
Philippine Supreme Court explains when contract rescission is allowed—and when a breach is too slight to justify it.
Minors' Contracts Valid Until Annulled: Land Retention Rights Affirmed in Agrarian Case
Supreme Court rules minors' redemption of land is voidable, not void, affirming retention rights under agrarian reform law.
Contracts and Consent: How Limited Education and Fraudulent Inducement Can Void a Philippine Contract
Philippine Supreme Court ruling on how fraud, undue influence, and limited education can invalidate contracts, shifting the burden of proof.
Contractual Obligations Upholding Clear Terms In Waiver Agreements
The Supreme Court enforces the plain terms of a waiver agreement, ruling that clear contractual stipulations prevail over claims of unexpressed intent.
Defining Independent Contractors: The Control Test in Philippine Labor Law
The Supreme Court clarifies the control test for distinguishing independent contractors from employees, protecting workers' rights under Philippine labor law.
Lessor's Duty to Maintain Peaceful Enjoyment in Lease Agreements
Philippine Supreme Court explains when a lessee may suspend rent and what "peaceful enjoyment" means in lease contracts.
When Government Action Excuses Contractual Performance: Force Majeure in Philippine Law
Philippine law on force majeure and how government acts may excuse contractual performance, explained for everyday readers.
Arbitration vs Judicial Review: Defining the Boundaries of Contractual Disputes in the Philippines
When a contract contains an arbitration clause, can courts still hear constitutional questions? The Supreme Court clarifies the limits of jurisdiction.
Enforceability of Venue Stipulations in Contracts of Adhesion: Piltel v. Tecson
Philippine Supreme Court rules on when venue stipulations in contracts of adhesion bind subscribers, citing Piltel v. Tecson.
When a Bank's Actions Harm a Business: Breach of Contract and Damages
Explore when a bank's actions may constitute breach of contract and grounds for damages, with insights from Philippine law.
Protecting Installment Buyers Maceda LAW And Contract Cancellation Rights
Understand how the Maceda Law protects installment buyers from cancellation and what rights remain after contract cancellation.
Quantum Meruit in Government Contracts: COA Overpayment Recovery Upheld
Supreme Court affirms COA's power to recover overpayments from government contractors under quantum meruit, even in void contracts.
Contractual Obligations AND Unjust Enrichment THE Impact OF Project Cancellation ON Brokers Fees
Mutuality of Contracts: No Unilateral Price Escalation Without Clear Basis
Contractors cannot unilaterally raise prices without proof and written authority. The Supreme Court explains mutuality of contracts.
Freedom to Contract vs Equity: When Government Sales Require Perfected Agreements
Supreme Court rules equity cannot compel a government sale without a perfected contract, applying Civil Code principles.
Breach of Contract: When an Unperfected Sale Defines Liability in Property Agreements
Philippine Supreme Court ruling on when an unaccepted offer creates no contract, and how equity cannot override positive law.
Freedom to Contract vs Equity: No Perfected Contract, No Forced Sale of Government Property
Supreme Court rules equity cannot compel the National Housing Authority to sell land without a perfected contract of sale.
Perfected Contract of Sale vs Ejectment: Clarifying Obligations in Property Law
Supreme Court clarifies rules on ejectment, supersedeas bonds, and procedural requirements in property disputes under Philippine law.