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Beneficial Ownership When Trust Relationships in Corporate Benefits Prevail
When a company buys a club share in an employee's name, who truly owns it? The Supreme Court explains trust relationships and beneficial ownership.
Breach of Trust Ownership of Club Shares and Fiduciary Duties in Philippine Law
When a club share is transferred temporarily, a trust is created. The Supreme Court explains ownership, fiduciary duties, and the rules on implied trusts in Philippine law.
Receivers' Duty to Preserve Sequestered Assets: Lessons from Republic v. Benedicto
When the PCGG sequestered Benedicto's golf club shares, unpaid dues led to their auction. The Court ruled receivers must preserve asset value.