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Mar 23, 2022 real property tax beneficial use local government code tax exemption government property

Beneficial Use Doctrine: Who Pays Real Property Tax on Government-Owned Land

When government property is leased to a private entity, the beneficial use doctrine makes the lessee liable for real property tax. Learn the rule.

Jul 11, 2021 government procurement ra 9184 bids and awards committee grave misconduct administrative law

Bid Withdrawal vs. Not Bidding: The Jaspe Case on RA 9184 and Grave Misconduct

The Supreme Court clarifies the difference between bid withdrawal and simply not bidding under RA 9184, and when BAC members may be liable for grave misconduct.

Nov 9, 2020 lease renewal contract interpretation extension of lease civil law pmo supreme court

Lease Renewal vs Extension: Supreme Court Clarifies the Critical Distinction

The Supreme Court clarifies the crucial difference between lease renewal and extension in a dispute over a government property lease.

Nov 8, 2020 contract law lease renewal contract extension supreme court philippine law

Contract Renewal vs. Extension: Key Lessons from a Landmark Philippine Supreme Court Case

The Supreme Court clarifies the critical legal difference between renewing and extending a lease, and why precise contract language matters.

Mar 20, 2017 unlawful detainer lease renewal property law privatization pmo supreme court

Unlawful Detainer When Initial Objection Voids A Claim OF Tolerance

Supreme Court ruling on unlawful detainer, lease renewal options, and binding successors-in-interest in property law.