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Apr 27, 2021 election law voter registration ra 8189 election offense supreme court voting rights

Double Voter Registration in the Philippines: Legal Consequences Under RA 8189

Learn the legal consequences of double voter registration in the Philippines, based on the Supreme Court ruling in Labay v. People.

Jul 4, 2017 piercing corporate veil director liability securities fraud investment contracts corporation code

Piercing the Corporate Veil: Director Liability in Investment Fraud Cases

When can directors be personally liable for corporate fraud? The Supreme Court's ruling in Virata v. Ng Wee provides clear guidance.

Jul 26, 2011 foreclosure redemption real estate law mortgage supreme court

Partial Redemption in Philippine Foreclosure: Can You Redeem Select Properties?

Philippine law allows partial redemption of foreclosed properties. Learn the rules, limits, and practical implications from a key Supreme Court ruling.

Mar 17, 2010 labor law government employees rata reassignment local government compensation

Reassignment and RATA: When Government Employees Keep Their Allowance

The Supreme Court clarifies when a reassigned local government employee may continue receiving RATA, balancing administrative authority with employee rights.

Feb 12, 2006 co-ownership ejectment unlawful detainer civil code article 487 property law supreme court ruling

Can One Co-Owner File an Ejectment Case in the Philippines? Yes, Under Article 487

A single co-owner can file an ejectment suit without the others. The Supreme Court explains how Article 487 of the Civil Code works.

Jun 16, 1999 criminal law rape victim testimony jurisprudence evidence supreme court

Victim Testimony in Rape Cases: People v. Rebose and Philippine Jurisprudence

Philippine courts can convict in rape cases based solely on credible victim testimony, even without medical evidence. Learn the rules from People v. Rebose.