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Jul 11, 2006 res judicata land title reconstitution property law ownership disputes philippine law

Res Judicata in Philippine Land Disputes: Why a Reconstitution Case Doesn't Block Ownership Claims

A title reconstitution case doesn't settle ownership. Learn how res judicata applies in Philippine land disputes and protects your property rights.

Aug 25, 2005 civil law damages negligence common carrier passport loss lbc express

Passport Loss Liability: Negligence and Damages in LBC Express v. Ado

Philippine Supreme Court ruling on carrier liability for lost passport, damages rules, and proof requirements in LBC Express v. Ado.

Oct 23, 2001 ejectment secondary evidence lease contract civil law rules of court lost document

Proving a Lost Lease with Secondary Evidence and Ejectment Rights in Philippine Law

How Philippine courts allow secondary evidence to prove a lost lease contract, and when a lessor may eject a non-paying tenant.

Sep 9, 1999 land registration property law imperfect title public land prescription tax declaration

Philippine Land Registration: Why Imperfect Titles Need Perfect Proof

A Supreme Court ruling on land registration shows why tax declarations and possession alone cannot confirm imperfect titles over public land.