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Feb 28, 2022 reconstitution torrens title ra 26 land registration supreme court

Reconstitution of Title Requires Strict Compliance and Proof of Existence

Philippine Supreme Court ruling on reconstitution of lost titles: strict compliance with RA 26 and proof of title existence required.

Feb 9, 2011 eminent domain expropriation reconveyance public use property law mciaa

When Public Use Fails: Reclaiming Expropriated Land in the Philippines

Philippine Supreme Court ruling on when former owners can reclaim expropriated property after the public purpose is abandoned.

Nov 26, 2000 expropriation eminent domain reversion rights property law fee simple title mciaa v. chiongbian

Reversion Rights After Expropriation: What MCIAA v. Chiongbian Means for Landowners

When government expropriation is unconditional, former owners generally cannot reclaim land even if the public purpose ends. Learn the rules.