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Aug 24, 2020 compromise agreement execution res judicata civil procedure supreme court

Compromise Agreements and Execution: Key Insights from a Philippine Supreme Court Ruling

A Supreme Court ruling clarifies when compromise judgments may be executed, the effect of res judicata, and limits on denying execution.

Jul 4, 2007 compromise judgment civil procedure visitorial rights child custody res judicata

Compromise Judgments Are Final: Courts Cannot Alter Agreed Terms But Must Ensure Clarity for Enforcement

Philippine Supreme Court ruling on compromise judgments: courts cannot alter agreed terms, but vague provisions invite disputes and enforcement problems.

Mar 26, 2003 compromise agreement judicial compromise fraud duress civil law supreme court

Binding Agreements Upholding Compromise Judgments Despite Claims of Fraud and Duress

Philippine Supreme Court ruling on when compromise judgments remain binding despite allegations of fraud, duress, and lawyer misconduct.

Jun 19, 2000 property-law assignment delivery-receipts agency compensation civil-code

Challenging Compromise Judgments Protecting Third Party Rights IN Philippine Courts

A look at how Philippine courts treat assignments of delivery receipts, agency claims, and compensation in sugar sale disputes.