Directors Conflict Of Interest

Summary

Yoongi, a director of BTS Corp. PH, acquired shares in Hybe, Inc., influenced contract approvals, and caused significant losses to BTS Corp. PH. His actions may involve conflict of interest and breach of fiduciary duty under the Revised Corporation Code (RA 11232). Legal proceedings can be initiated to seek remedies or damages. Additionally, the corporations use as a vehicle for potential fraud justifies piercing the corporate veil.

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WHAT ACTS COMMITTED BY YOONGI UNDER THE REVISED CORPORATION CODE RA *
Yoongi's actions could potentially involve:
- Conflict of Interest: Under RA *, directors must avoid conflicts of interest, especially when personal interests affect their judgment.
- Breach of Fiduciary Duty: Directors are expected to act in the best interest of the corporation. Voting and influencing contracts that caused losses could be a breach.
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Discuss the action/s that may be pursued against Yoongi under the Revised Corporation Code. Explain briefly.
Under the Revised Corporation Code (RA *), actions against Yoongi may include:
- Conflict of Interest: Directors must disclose any personal interest in transactions. Failure to do so could lead to invalidation of the contract and liability for damages.
- Breach of Fiduciary Duty: Directors must act in the corporation's best interest. Yoongi's actions may result in personal liability for losses suffered by BTS Corp. PH due to his influence and voting on disadvantageous contracts.
Legal proceedings can be initiated to seek remedies or damages for these breaches.
However, the facts of this case present a scenario that the corporation was used as a vehicle to commit fraud, a compelling reason to pierce or disregard the veil of corporate fiction, which allows the court to look beyond the separate legal identities of the parent and its subsidiary. simplify
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Simplified Facts:
- Yoongi, a director of BTS Corp. PH, acquired shares in Hybe, Inc., a key supplier.
- He influenced contract approvals between BTS Corp. PH and Hybe, Inc.
- Contracts led to significant losses for BTS Corp. PH.
- Potential fraud use of corporate structure justifies piercing the corporate veil.
IF THE QUESTION ASK WHETHER IT IS MERGER OR SALE – The keyword is determine if there is a plan for merger. This is because in merger all the properties and assets of the absorbed corporation, including liabilities are transferred to the surviving corporation. Therefore, the creditor of the absorbed corporation can pursue their claim against the surviving corporation. However, if it is purely sale, the absorbed corporation retains its liabilities to its creditors. check grammar
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If the question asks whether it is a merger or a sale, the keyword is to determine if there is a plan for a merger. In a merger, all properties and assets of the absorbed corporation, including liabilities, are transferred to the surviving corporation. Therefore, creditors of the absorbed corporation can pursue their claims against the surviving corporation. However, if it is purely a sale, the absorbed corporation retains its liabilities to its creditors.
*. When the identity of the accused has been clearly and positively established. If there is unequivocal proof (e.g., credible eyewitness identification, unassailable forensic evidence) that the accused is indeed the perpetrator of the crime, the court no longer needs to inquire into the underlying reasons or motives that propelled the accused to commit the act. The focus shifts to the established fact of culpability. SIMPLIFY
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Once the accused's identity is confirmed with undeniable evidence (like eyewitness or forensic proof), the court focuses solely on proving guilt, without delving into motives or reasons for the crime.
*. In crimes that are mala prohibita. These are acts deemed criminal because they are prohibited by special laws, regardless of the actor's intent or malice. For such offenses (e.g., illegal possession of firearms, violations of certain drug laws like possession of illegal drugs), the mere commission of the prohibited act is sufficient for conviction, as criminal intent (malice or motive) is not an essential element. *. When the evidence of guilt is direct and overwhelming. If the prosecution presents direct evidence that conclusively points to the accused's guilt, or if the circumstantial evidence presented is so strong and compelling that it leads to no other logical conclusion than the accused's culpability, then the absence of a proven motive will not necessarily prevent a conviction. The physical facts of the crime and the accused's clear connection to them take precedence. SIMPLIFY
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*. Mala Prohibita Crimes: These are offenses defined by law, where intent doesn't matter. Mere commission of the act leads to conviction, such as illegal possession of firearms or drugs.
*. Direct and Overwhelming Evidence: When evidence directly proves guilt or circumstantial evidence is compelling, motive isn't necessary for conviction; the facts speak for themselves.
*. When it has been duly authorized by the proper court. o This is the primary legal method for using an alias. A person must file a petition in court (specifically, the Regional Trial Court) for authority to use an alias. The court will then hear the petition, and if satisfied with the reasons and that it's not for a fraudulent purpose, it will issue an order allowing the use of the alias. This process ensures the alias is on public record and is legally recognized. *. When it is used exclusively for literary, cinema, theatrical, or artistic purposes. o This falls under the "professional alias" or "stage name" exception. Artists, writers, actors, performers, etc., can use a different name for their professional work without needing formal court authorization, as long as it is confined to their artistic endeavors and not used to defraud or for any illegal SIMPLIFY
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*. Court Authorized Alias: File a petition in the Regional Trial Court to legally use an alias. The court approves if the reasons are valid and not fraudulent.
*. Artistic Alias: Used for creative fields like literature, cinema, or theater without court approval, provided it's not for fraud or illegal purposes.
*. When it is a widely known nickname or a given name that has been continuously and publicly used by a person since childhood. o This acknowledges the practical reality of common usage. If a person has been known by a certain nickname or a given name (e.g., "Nonoy," "Bebot," "Tita") since childhood and it has become their widely recognized name in their community, they generally do not need to formally register it as an alias, provided it is not used to defraud or commit any crime. However, for official transactions, their registered name is still required. The legal purpose of prohibiting aliases is to prevent confusion and fraud. SIMPLIFY
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A widely known nickname or given name used since childhood doesn't need formal registration as an alias if it's not for fraud. Official transactions require the registered name. The prohibition of aliases aims to prevent confusion and fraud.
th the owner's or occupant's express or implied permission. o This is the most common and obvious situation. If the owner or lawful occupant has given consent, whether directly (e.g., "Come in," an invitation) or indirectly (e.g., an open door with a welcome sign for a business), entering is not trespass. *. To render some service to the occupant. o This refers to situations where the entry is necessary to provide a service that the occupant needs or expects, even if explicit permission isn't given at that very moment. Examples include delivering urgent packages, emergency repairs (if requested and imminent), or providing immediate medical assistance if the occupant is in distress. The key is the intent to help or serve the occupant. SIMPLIFY
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*. Permission for Entry: Entering with direct or implied consent from the owner (e.g., invitations, open doors) isn’t considered trespassing.
*. Service to Occupant: Entry is allowed to deliver necessary services, like urgent packages or emergency repairs, without explicit permission, if the intent is to assist the occupant.
. *. In hot pursuit of a person who has committed a crime. o This is a justification under the principle of citizen's arrest (warrantless arrest). If a private person has personal knowledge that a crime has just been committed and the offender is fleeing, they may pursue the offender into a dwelling if necessary to effect the arrest. This is considered an act in the performance of a duty to society to apprehend criminals. SIMPLIFY
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*. Hot Pursuit Arrest: A private person can chase a fleeing criminal into a dwelling for arrest, based on their knowledge of the crime. This is part of their duty to help society by apprehending criminals.
o prevent some serious harm to himself or to any person, or to the dwelling or property. o This falls under the broader justifying circumstance of state of necessity (Article *, paragraph * of the Revised Penal Code). If entering the dwelling is the only way to prevent an imminent and greater evil or injury to oneself, another person (e.g., rescuing someone from a fire inside the house), or the property itself, it may be justified. The harm sought to be avoided must be greater than the harm caused by the trespass. SIMPLIFY
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Entering a dwelling is justified if it's necessary to prevent significant harm to oneself, others, or property. This is under the state of necessity, where the harm avoided must outweigh the harm of trespassing (e.g., rescuing someone from a fire).
*. When entry is made under legal authority (e.g., search warrant, warrant of arrest, or specific statutory provisions for certain government agents). o While you specified "private person," it's important to note that law enforcement officers, when acting with a valid warrant or under specific legal exceptions to the warrant rule (e.g., valid warrantless arrest inside a dwelling, or certain situations like a burning building), can lawfully enter without owner consent. A private person assisting law enforcement under lawful command might also fall under this (e.g., a private person ordered by a police officer to help pursue a criminal into a house, though this is rare and highly contextual). simplify
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*. Legal Authority for Entry: Law enforcement can enter a dwelling with a valid warrant or under specific exceptions. Private persons may assist if ordered by police, but this is rare and context-specific.