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Marine Insurance Claim in the Philippines: How to File and What the Law Says
Filing a marine insurance claim in the Philippines? Learn the rules on insurable interest, seaworthiness, notice of loss, and how the Insurance Code applies.
Demurrer to Evidence Dismissal Upheld for Insufficient Proof of Installment Sale and Insurable Interest
A Supreme Court ruling explains how a demurrer to evidence works and why a plaintiff who fails to prove his case can lose even before the defense presents evidence.
Insurable Interest: Can a Landlord Claim Insurance on a Tenant's Property?
Philippine Supreme Court rules a landlord cannot claim fire insurance proceeds on a tenant's merchandise without insurable interest. Learn the key principles.