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Jan 29, 2018 earnest money contract to sell lease civil code forfeiture rent suspension

Earnest Money in a Contract to Sell: When Buyers Lose Their Deposit

The Supreme Court explains when earnest money in a contract to sell may be forfeited and when lessees may suspend rent under Article 1658.

Jul 4, 2002 corporate law corporation code execution of judgment civil procedure dissolution res judicata

Corporate Dissolution and Judgment Enforcement: Rights Survive Liquidation

A final judgment can still be enforced after a corporation dissolves — the Supreme Court explains why in this ruling.

Jun 16, 2000 contract-to-sell contract-of-sale real-estate-law earnest-money civil-code specific-performance

Contract of Sale vs Contract to Sell: Key Differences and Legal Implications

Philippine Supreme Court explains the difference between a contract of sale and a contract to sell, and why the distinction matters in real estate disputes.