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Sep 27, 2017 simulated contracts void contracts property law fraud of creditors civil code

Simulated Contracts: When Property Transfers Are Void in the Philippines

The Supreme Court explains when a simulated contract is void, not merely rescissible, using a P50-million property assignment case.

Jun 21, 2005 contract-law rescission civil-code forfeiture restitution supreme-court

Rescission of Contract: Balancing Forfeiture Clauses With the Duty to Reimburse

Philippine Supreme Court ruling on how rescission under Article 1191 requires mutual restitution, even when forfeiture clauses exist.

Oct 11, 2001 right of first refusal tenants rights property law civil law rescissible contract presidential decree 1517

Upholding Tenants' Rights: The Doctrine of Right of First Refusal in Property Sales

Philippine Supreme Court ruling on tenants' right of first refusal in property sales, explained in plain language for property owners and lessees.

Sep 25, 2001 rescission civil law article 1592 land sale philippine law

Rescinding a Land Sale in the Philippines: Why a Letter Is Not Enough

Philippine law requires a judicial or notarial act to rescind a sale of immovable property—even with an automatic rescission clause.