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Jul 9, 2023 real estate law court jurisdiction property disputes assessed value recovery of possession bp 129

Property Dispute Jurisdiction: Assessed Value of the Contested Area, Not the Whole Lot

Philippine courts decide property dispute jurisdiction by the assessed value of the specific area in question, not the entire property. Learn the rule.

Apr 6, 2000 barangay conciliation katarungang pambarangay real property disputes local government code administrative case

When Barangay Conciliation Is Not Required: Court Ruling on Real Property Disputes

Supreme Court clarifies when barangay conciliation is not required before filing real property cases in court.

Jun 26, 1996 accretion reclamation land ownership property law civil law philippines

Accretion vs Reclamation: Understanding Land Ownership Rights in the Philippines

Philippine law distinguishes accretion from reclamation for land ownership. Learn the rules, burdens, and practical implications.