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Jurisdiction Over Real Property Disputes: The Importance of Assessed Value
The Supreme Court explains why the assessed value of property in a complaint determines which court has jurisdiction over real actions.
Real Actions and Jurisdiction: Why Assessed Value Determines the Correct Philippine Court
In real actions, the property's assessed value determines which court has jurisdiction. Omitting it can doom the case.
Docket Fees and Real Actions: Jurisdictional Requirements in Philippine Property Disputes
Learn how unpaid docket fees and mislabeled complaints affect court jurisdiction in Philippine property cases, based on a 2016 Supreme Court ruling.
Sharia Court Jurisdiction Limited to Cases Involving Only Muslim Parties in Real Actions
Philippine Supreme Court clarifies Sharia District Court jurisdiction: real actions require all parties to be Muslims, voiding proceedings otherwise.
Perfected Sales vs. Recovery of Property: Understanding Real Actions in Philippine Law
When is a suit for specific performance actually a real action for recovery of property? The Supreme Court clarifies in Jimenez v. Jordana.
Docket Fees and Real Actions: How Property Disputes Determine Court Jurisdiction
The Supreme Court clarifies that complaints for specific performance involving real property are real actions, and docket fees must be based on property value.
Receivership in Foreclosure Disputes: Venue and Real Actions Under Rule 59
When can a court appoint a receiver in a foreclosure dispute? The Supreme Court clarifies the rules on receivership, venue, and real actions.