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Plain-language guides and case briefs on Philippine law — researched from the firm's law library of 184,000+ statutes, Supreme Court decisions, and agency issuances, and written so non-lawyers can understand and act on them.

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Buyer Beware: Understanding Delivery Delays and Liabilities in Philippine Sales Contracts

Learn how Philippine courts treat conditional sales, court approval requirements, and seller liability when property sales face delays.

Probate Court Approval of Estate Property Sales: Heirs of Sandejas v. Lina

When a deceased person contracted to sell property before death, the probate court can authorize its conveyance—here's what the Sandejas ruling means for heirs and buyers.

Selling Inherited Property During Probate: What Heirs Should Know

Can an heir sell inherited property while probate is pending? The Supreme Court explains when court approval is needed and when it is not.