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Jul 6, 2021 ultra vires contract law government contracts social security system philippine law

Ultra Vires Acts and Contract Validity: The SSS Loan Case Explained

When government agencies exceed their powers, contracts may be void. The Supreme Court explains ultra vires acts and their impact on Philippine contracts.

Dec 1, 2020 administrative law commission on audit government subsidies government-owned and controlled corporations ultra vires public finance

Understanding the Limits of Government Financial Subsidies: Insights from the Supreme Court

The Supreme Court clarifies when government financial subsidies are lawful and when they become ultra vires acts requiring refunds.

May 30, 2016 corporate law corporation code ultra vires member discipline associations civil law

Corporate Powers and Member Discipline: When Can Associations Suspend Member Rights

The Supreme Court clarifies when a corporation may discipline members and suspend privileges without committing an ultra vires act.

Mar 31, 2000 business permits police power local government due process optometry judicial accountability

Judicial Accountability and Due Process in Business Permit Revocations

Acebedo Optical v. CA clarifies limits of mayoral power over business permits and why ultra vires conditions cannot bind a permit holder.