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Understanding TAX Assessments THE Importance OF Clear Factual Basis IN Philippine TAX Law
The Supreme Court clarifies that tax assessments must rest on solid factual grounds, not mere assumptions, to be valid and enforceable.
Void Tax Assessment Decisions: Protecting Taxpayer Rights to Due Process
When a Final Decision on Disputed Assessment lacks factual basis, it is void—but the underlying tax assessment may survive.
Sequestration and Due Process: Prima Facie Basis for Government Action
The Supreme Court upholds Sandiganbayan's lifting of sequestration over HMHMI for lack of prima facie factual basis, reinforcing due process.