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Jun 20, 2022 land registration res judicata ra 11573 property law judicial confirmation of title

Land Registration Reopened: New Evidence and RA 11573 Can Overcome Res Judicata

The Supreme Court allows previously denied land registration applications to proceed under RA 11573, easing proof requirements and overcoming res judicata.

Nov 22, 2021 reversion proceedings land titles cadastral proceedings public domain property law

When Can the State Reclaim Private Land? The Rule on Reversion Proceedings

The Supreme Court clarifies the heavy burden the State must overcome to revert titled private land to public domain.

Dec 5, 2006 land registration torrens system property law imperfect title judicial confirmation possession

Proving Land Ownership in the Philippines: The June 12, 1945 Rule in Land Registration

Philippine land registration requires proof of possession since June 12, 1945. Learn the rules and the key case of Republic v. Carrasco.

Nov 24, 2005 property law presidential proclamation public land military reservation land registration imperfect title

Presidential Proclamations and Land Ownership: Military Reservations in the Philippines

Can a presidential proclamation override private land claims? The Supreme Court clarifies how military reservations affect ownership rights.

Sep 25, 2001 rescission civil law article 1592 land sale philippine law

Rescinding a Land Sale in the Philippines: Why a Letter Is Not Enough

Philippine law requires a judicial or notarial act to rescind a sale of immovable property—even with an automatic rescission clause.