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Oct 9, 2022 contract law intimidation undue influence real estate voidable contracts burden of proof

Proving Intimidation in Contracts: The Ortigas Land Dispute and the Burden of Proof

Philippine law presumes contracts valid. Learn how the Supreme Court requires clear evidence to prove intimidation or undue influence.

Mar 27, 2006 simulated contracts civil code contract validity real estate law supreme court

Simulated Contracts in the Philippines: Intent, Validity, and the Valerio Case

Learn how Philippine courts decide simulated contracts by examining party intent, absolute vs. relative simulation, and the Valerio ruling.

Nov 16, 1999 simulated sales property law foreign land ownership contract validity blanco v quasha sale-leaseback

Simulated Sales in Philippine Property Law: Intent, Foreign Ownership, and the Blanco v. Quasha Precedent

Learn how Philippine courts determine simulated sales, why intent matters, and the key lessons from Blanco v. Quasha on property transactions.