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Mar 2, 2021 lease agreements lessee rights article 1678 property improvements civil code philippine law

Lessee Reimbursement for Improvements: The Bermon Marketing Case

Learn when lessees can claim reimbursement for improvements under Article 1678 and how contract terms can waive that right.

Jul 5, 2020 extrajudicial ejectment lease agreements contract law philippine supreme court lessor rights lessee rights

Extrajudicial Ejectment in Philippine Leases: What the CJH v. Aniceto Ruling Means

The Supreme Court clarifies when extrajudicial ejectment clauses in lease agreements are valid and enforceable in the Philippines.

Mar 2, 2006 lease renewal unlawful detainer civil code philippine real estate lessor rights lessee rights

Lease Renewal in the Philippines: What "Upon Agreement" Really Means

A lease "renewable upon agreement" requires mutual consent—no automatic renewal. Learn the rules from Josefa v. San Buenaventura.

Dec 18, 2000 leasehold improvements lessor rights lessee rights article 1678 philippine lease law civil code

Leasehold Improvements in the Philippines: Rights of Lessors and Lessees

Learn how Philippine law treats leasehold improvements, when Article 1678 applies, and why contract stipulations usually prevail over default rules.