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Dec 1, 2020 administrative law commission on audit government subsidies government-owned and controlled corporations ultra vires public finance

Understanding the Limits of Government Financial Subsidies: Insights from the Supreme Court

The Supreme Court clarifies when government financial subsidies are lawful and when they become ultra vires acts requiring refunds.

Nov 24, 2010 appraisal right corporation code retained earnings dissenting stockholders trust fund doctrine premature action

Appraisal Rights and Unrestricted Retained Earnings: Turner v. Lorenzo Shipping

A dissenting stockholder's right to payment accrues only when the corporation has unrestricted retained earnings; a premature suit is dismissible.

Oct 16, 2000 lease agreements real estate law builder in bad faith civil code supreme court rulings

Lease Agreements in the Philippines: Why Written Consent Before Construction Matters

Learn how the Supreme Court's ruling in Bugatti v. Baguilat underscores the need for a perfected lease contract before construction begins.