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Feb 25, 2024 demolition local government property law ra 7279 due process ejectment

When Can a Mayor Order Demolition Without a Court Order? The Altarejos Ruling

The Supreme Court clarifies the limits of a mayor's power to order demolition without court intervention, reinforcing due process and property rights.

Dec 1, 2020 property law land titles torrens system accion publiciana accion reivindicatoria priority of registration

Overlapping Land Titles in the Philippines: Priority of Registration and Legal Remedies

When two titles cover the same land, the earlier registered title prevails. Learn the rules and remedies in Philippine property disputes.

Jun 30, 2015 demolition due process property rights ra 7279 national building code local government

Demolition Orders and Due Process: Key Lessons from the Alangdeo Case

The Supreme Court invalidated a demolition order in Alangdeo v. City Mayor of Baguio, reinforcing due process and legal safeguards for property owners.

Jun 14, 2011 property law military reservations eviction government property squatting civil procedure

Eviction from Military Reservations: Government Authority and Squatters' Rights in the Philippines

Philippine Army v. Pamittan clarifies when the government may evict occupants of military reservations without a court order and the limits of squatters' rights.