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Feb 3, 2020 property law real property tax jurisdiction injunction interpleader local government

Understanding Jurisdiction in Injunction Cases: A Guide for Property Owners and Legal Practitioners

Learn how the Supreme Court resolved a tax dispute between two LGUs, and what it means for property owners facing competing tax claims.

Jan 19, 2009 government procurement bidding dispute certiorari ra 9184 judicial hierarchy bac discretion

Bidding Disputes in Government Projects: Why Courts Won't Second-Guess the BAC

A Supreme Court ruling on government procurement bidding disputes, explaining the proper legal remedies and why courts respect the discretion of bidding authorities.

Apr 4, 2003 civil procedure due process pre-trial coslap appeal supreme court

The Perils of Second Pre-Trials: Safeguarding Due Process in Philippine Courts

Philippine Supreme Court clarifies that a second pre-trial without proper notice violates due process, and explains the proper appeal route for COSLAP decisions.

Jul 31, 2000 lis pendens property law civil procedure pd 1529 cancellation yared v ilarde

Lis Pendens Cancellation in the Philippines: What Property Owners Should Know

Learn when a Notice of Lis Pendens can be cancelled in the Philippines, the grounds under PD 1529, and key lessons from Yared v. Ilarde.