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Jun 27, 2021 res judicata civil procedure failure to prosecute rule 17 philippine litigation

Res Judicata in the Philippines: When a Dismissed Case Cannot Be Refiled

Learn when a dismissed case can be refiled in the Philippines and how res judicata bars re-litigation, based on a Supreme Court ruling on failure to prosecute.

Jan 19, 2014 extrinsic fraud annulment of judgment rule 47 rules of court civil procedure negligence of counsel

Extrinsic Fraud and Annulment of Judgment: What Litigants Must Know

The Supreme Court clarifies that a lawyer's negligence is not extrinsic fraud, and explains the strict requirements for annulling a final judgment under Rule 47.

Sep 7, 2000 sheriff authority execution sale property levy rule 39 civil procedure

Sheriff’s Authority in Property Levy: What Francisco v. Cruz Teaches About Execution Sales

Learn how Francisco v. Cruz defines a sheriff’s limits in property levy and execution sales, and how to protect your rights.