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Jul 30, 2024 conjugal property civil law property disputes family code execution sale supreme court

Conjugal Property Presumptions: Protecting Separate Assets from a Spouse's Debts

Learn how the Supreme Court protects separate property from a spouse's debts and what evidence overcomes the conjugal presumption.

Dec 15, 2010 civil law obligations and contracts article 1236 reimbursement loans co-maker

Reimbursement Rights When a Payor Can Recover Debt Paid on Another's Behalf

When can a co-maker recover payment made on a debtor's loan? The Supreme Court explains Article 1236 reimbursement rules.

Dec 5, 2006 administrative law civil service government employees just debts disciplinary action supreme court

Willful Failure to Pay Just Debts: Disciplinary Risks for Philippine Government Employees

Philippine public servants can face administrative discipline for willful failure to pay just debts, even after settlement. Learn the rules and risks.