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Apr 1, 2025 construction law ciac arbitration judicial review dispute resolution

When Courts Must Defer to CIAC: The Limited Review of Construction Arbitral Awards

The Supreme Court clarifies the narrow grounds for overturning CIAC arbitral awards, reaffirming judicial restraint in construction disputes.

Jul 21, 2024 solidary liability construction law lwua water districts contract disputes civil code

Solidary Liability in Construction Contracts: When LWUA Shares Responsibility

A Supreme Court ruling clarifies when LWUA can be held solidarily liable with water districts for construction contract obligations.

Mar 28, 2023 construction law ciac arbitration government contracts dpwh civil code

Supreme Court Upholds CIAC Jurisdiction, Strikes Down 14-Day Arbitration Limit in Government Contracts

Supreme Court affirms CIAC jurisdiction over government construction disputes and voids unreasonably short 14-day arbitration periods as contrary to public policy.

Jun 22, 2020 construction arbitration ciac judicial review alternative dispute resolution philippine law

Construction Arbitration in the Philippines: Finality of CIAC Awards and Judicial Review Limits

Philippine courts defer to CIAC arbitral findings absent fraud or corruption. Learn the limits of judicial review in construction disputes.

Sep 4, 2011 construction law breach of contract liquidated damages ciac supreme court

Breach of Contract in Construction: Completion, Damages, and Mutual Breach Under Philippine Law

When both contractor and client breach a construction contract, Philippine courts equitably adjust damages. Learn the rules from a Supreme Court ruling.

Feb 12, 2008 civil law contract rescission finality of judgments due process counsel negligence construction contract

Finality of Judgments, Due Process, and Counsel's Negligence in Contract Rescission

A Supreme Court ruling on finality of judgments, due process, and counsel's negligence in a construction contract rescission case.

Feb 5, 2006 contractor's lien privity of contract civil code article 2242 construction law certiorari vs appeal philippine supreme court

Contractor’s Liens and Privity of Contract: Lessons from Jan-Dec Construction v. FTI

A contractor’s lien under Article 2242 has limits—privity of contract and the right remedy matter. Learn from Jan-Dec Construction v. FTI.

Oct 14, 2005 quasi-delict solidary liability tort damages civil law treasure hunting

Unearthing Liability When Treasure Hunts Lead to Tort Claims

A treasure hunt that damaged a chapel led to solidary liability for joint tortfeasors under Philippine law. Learn the rules.

Dec 11, 2002 civil-law construction-contracts interest-rates contractual-obligations breach-of-contract supreme-court

Contractual Obligations Upholding Agreed Upon Interest Rates in Construction Disputes

Philippine Supreme Court affirms 2% monthly interest on unpaid construction balance, enforcing contractual stipulations between owner and contractor.