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Sep 14, 2021 spousal liability family code absolute community of property conjugal partnership civil law

Spousal Liability for Debts in the Philippines: The Zapanta Case Explained

When can one spouse be held liable for the other's debts? The Supreme Court's ruling in Zapanta v. Rustan clarifies the rules on family property liability.

Aug 3, 2021 spousal consent property leases family code conjugal property supreme court ruling

Spousal Consent in Property Leases: What the Supreme Court Ruling Means

Philippine Supreme Court clarifies that leases of common property without written spousal consent are void. Learn the rules and practical safeguards.

Mar 20, 2011 co-ownership unmarried couples family code property law lacbayan v samoy

Unmarried Couples and Property Rights in the Philippines: Proving Co-Ownership

Unmarried couples in the Philippines must prove actual joint contribution to co-own property. Learn the rules from Lacbayan v. Samoy.