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Dec 6, 2022 accion publiciana property law real estate possession ejectment philippine law

Accion Publiciana in the Philippines: Recovering Possession of Real Property

Learn how accion publiciana works in the Philippines, when to file it, and what the Ontiveros case means for property owners seeking to recover possession.

Sep 17, 2019 encroachment good faith article 448 quieting of title land disputes torrens title

Encroachment and Good Faith: Land Dispute Remedies Under Article 448

A Supreme Court ruling on encroachment clarifies when a landowner may recover possession and how Article 448 protects builders in good faith.

Jun 21, 2016 land disputes relocation survey quieting of title property boundaries torrens title

Relocation Surveys in Land Disputes: Why Precise Boundaries Matter

When land titles conflict, courts order relocation surveys to settle boundary disputes. Learn the rules and practical lessons.

Mar 27, 2001 forcible entry ejectment property law prior physical possession accion publiciana rule 70

Forcible Entry in the Philippines: Proving Prior Possession and Unlawful Deprivation

Understand the requirements for forcible entry cases in the Philippines, including prior possession and unlawful deprivation, based on the Ong v. Parel ruling.

Jan 21, 2001 civil law donations ingratitude property rights revocation supreme court

Revoking a Donation for Ingratitude in the Philippines: The Noceda Case

Philippine law allows donors to revoke gifts when donees show ingratitude, such as usurping the donor's property. Learn the rules and limits.