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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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Oral Share Sale Agreements in the Philippines: Enforceability and Remedies After Breach

Learn when oral agreements to sell shares are enforceable in the Philippines, and the remedies available when a seller backs out.

Piercing the Corporate Veil: Individual Liability for Corporate Fraud

When can directors be personally liable for corporate fraud? The Supreme Court clarifies the rules on piercing the corporate veil.

Family Feuds and Corporate Control: Navigating Share Ownership Disputes in Philippine Corporations

The Supreme Court clarifies how Philippine courts resolve family disputes over corporate shares, trusts, and injunctions.

SEC Retains Power to Execute Decisions in Pending Intra-Corporate Cases

Supreme Court rules the SEC may enforce its final decisions in intra-corporate cases retained under Section 5.2 of the Securities Regulation Code.

Stock Pledge in the Philippines: When Can a Pledgee Demand Ownership and Stock Transfer

Philippine Supreme Court ruling on when a pledgee of shares can demand stock transfer and ownership rights under a contract of pledge.