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Jul 29, 2013eminent domainjust compensationrule 67expropriationnational power corporationproperty law
Substantial Compliance in Appointing Commissioners for Just Compensation
The Supreme Court clarifies when appointing a committee instead of individual commissioners in expropriation cases amounts to substantial compliance with Rule 67.
Eminent Domain vs Rulemaking: Prioritizing Fair Compensation in Expropriation
The Supreme Court clarifies that RA 8974 governs expropriation of national infrastructure projects, prioritizing immediate payment to property owners over Rule 67's deposit system.