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Escrow Funds and Execution of Judgments: Rights of Third-Party Banks Clarified
Supreme Court clarifies when escrow funds may be reached in executing money judgments, protecting third-party banks from premature court orders.
Real Property Tax Disputes: Location, Titles, and Escrow When LGUs Compete
When two LGUs claim the same property for real estate tax, who gets paid? The Supreme Court's answer in Municipality of Cainta v. Spouses Braña.
Escrow Orders Protecting Property Rights Pending Litigation in the Philippines
Philippine courts may issue escrow orders to protect property rights during litigation. Learn the rules, requirements, and practical implications.