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Sep 5, 2018 election contest intra-corporate controversy interim rules corporate governance reglementary period supreme court

Election Contests and the 15-Day Rule: Eizmendi v. Fernandez on Corporate Governance

The Supreme Court clarifies that indirect attacks on corporate elections violate the 15-day reglementary period for election contests under the Interim Rules.

Apr 16, 2009 corporation law non-stock corporation membership termination property rights by-laws due process

When Can a Club Seize a Member's Share? The Valley Golf Case on By-Laws and Property Rights

A club cannot seize a fully paid membership share for unpaid dues without proper notice and hearing, says the Supreme Court.

Apr 16, 2009 corporation law non-stock corporation membership termination due process corporation code

When a Club Can’t Sell Your Share: Valley Golf and Membership Termination

A non-stock club cannot seize a fully-paid member’s share for unpaid dues without proper notice and hearing. Learn the rule.

Apr 16, 2009 corporation code non-stock corporation membership termination property rights civil code valley golf

Can a Club Sell a Member's Share for Unpaid Dues? The Valley Golf Rule

When can a non-stock corporation sell a member's share for unpaid dues? The Supreme Court explains the limits of by-laws, liens, and due process.

Mar 26, 1997 corporate law stock pledge by-laws intra-corporate dispute sec jurisdiction corporation code

Pledge vs. Corporate By-Laws: Who Wins in Stock Ownership Disputes?

A bank's pledged shares were sold by a club for unpaid dues. The Supreme Court ruled on who prevails.