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Mar 28, 2023 construction law ciac arbitration government contracts dpwh civil code

Supreme Court Upholds CIAC Jurisdiction, Strikes Down 14-Day Arbitration Limit in Government Contracts

Supreme Court affirms CIAC jurisdiction over government construction disputes and voids unreasonably short 14-day arbitration periods as contrary to public policy.

Sep 19, 2022 construction law ciac coa arbitration government contracts finality of judgments

Final CIAC Awards Binding on COA: Supreme Court Limits Audit Body's Review Power

Supreme Court ruling in Sunway Builders v. COA confirms COA cannot modify final CIAC arbitration awards, limiting its role to execution and payment.

Mar 17, 2021 malversation anti-graft public funds procurement ra 3019 government contracts

Malversation and Anti-Graft Laws: Lessons from Sarion v. People on Public Fund Management

A Supreme Court ruling on malversation clarifies the duty of public officials to verify disbursements, with key lessons for government and contractors.

Sep 27, 2015 competitive bidding government contracts right to top psalm public interest procurement law

Supreme Court Voids 'Right to Top' Clause in Government Asset Sale: Osmeña v. PSALM

The Supreme Court invalidated a 'right to top' provision in a government land lease, reaffirming that competitive public bidding protects public interest.