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Aug 14, 2019 foreign ownership land ownership constitutional law succession property law philippine supreme court

Foreign Nationals and Land Ownership: Constitutional Limits on Succession Rights

Philippine Supreme Court clarifies that foreign nationals cannot own land or transmit rights through succession, affecting heirs' claims.

Sep 5, 2016 property law constitutional law foreign ownership land registration double sale supreme court

Constitutional Ban on Land Ownership: Filipino Spouses and Foreign Nationals

The Supreme Court rules that land bought for a foreigner and titled in a Filipino spouse's name is void, reaffirming the constitutional ban.

Sep 25, 2008 condominium act foreign ownership property law ra 4726 real estate supreme court

Condominium Ownership for Foreign Nationals: Property Rights Under the Condominium Act

Philippine Supreme Court clarifies that foreigners may own condominium units under RA 4726, separating land ownership from unit ownership.

Feb 19, 2007 labor law employer-employee relationship foreign nationals alien employment permit illegal dismissal four-fold test

Employer-Employee Relationship for Foreign Nationals: The Pacific Consultants Case

Learn how Philippine courts determine employer-employee relationships for foreign nationals seconded to local subsidiaries, based on the Pacific Consultants ruling.

Nov 24, 2003 deportation due process immigration law foreign nationals habeas corpus philippine immigration act

Deportation and Due Process: Ensuring Fair Treatment for Foreign Nationals

The Supreme Court clarifies deportation rules for foreign nationals, balancing immigration enforcement with due process rights under Philippine law.