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Right of Way and Land Ownership: Who May Demand an Easement Under Philippine Law
The Supreme Court clarifies that only owners or holders of real rights may demand an easement of right-of-way, and prescription over public lands requires prior State classification.
Just Compensation When Government Takes Property Without Formal Expropriation
When enforcing an easement of right-of-way renders the remaining property unusable, just compensation is due. Learn from Republic v. Andaya.
Easement Rights Prevail: Right of Way Protection Despite Title Deficiencies in Philippine Law
Philippine Supreme Court ruling on easement of right-of-way, actual knowledge, and protection despite unregistered title annotations.