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	GR No. 184203 2014-11-26	CITY OF LAPU-LAPU v. PHILIPPINE ECONOMIC ZONE AUTHORITY LEONEN, J.
There are several aspects of jurisdiction.[143] Jurisdiction over the subject matter is "the power to hear and determine cases of the general class to which the proceedings in question belong."[144] It is conferred by law, which may either be the Constitution or a statute.[145] Jurisdiction over the subject matter means "the nature of the cause of action and the relief sought."[146] Thus, the cause of action and character of the relief sought as alleged in the complaint are examined to determine whether a court had jurisdiction over the subject matter.[147] Any decision rendered by a court without jurisdiction over the subject matter of the action is void.[148]
	GR No. 158121 2007-12-12	HEIRS OF CONCHA v. LUMOCSO PUNO, CJ.
Jurisdiction over the subject matter is the power to hear and determine cases of the general class to which the proceedings in question belong.[28] It is conferred by law and an objection based on this ground cannot be waived by the parties.[29] To determine whether a court has jurisdiction over the subject matter of a case, it is important to determine the nature of the cause of action and of the relief sought.[30]