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The Philippines, whose stance is rooted in Section 8 of the 1987 Constitution, always strongly upheld its values and advocacy against the proliferation of nuclear weapons, not only within the country but also globally.
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In the Anti-VAWC Act, the use of the gender-neutral word “person” who has or had a sexual or dating relationship with the woman encompasses even lesbian relationships.
Does the Anti-VAWC Law Cover Same-Sex Relationships? | G.R. No. 250267 Read More »
In any legal battle, time is always of the essence. Thus, it is a lawyer’s duty to diligently and seasonably act on any legal matter entrusted by his clients, and he shall not cause or occasion delay in any legal matter before any court, tribunal, or other agency. These duties are codified not only because of the client’s right and desire to obtain speedy justice, but also due to the lapse of a certain period provided by the law, which results in a loss or waiver of the right to prosecute cases. The latter instance is called prescription.
Hence, their marriage must be annulled on the ground of fraudulent concealment of homosexuality pursuant to Article 45(3) in relation to Article 46(4) of the Family Code.
Can a Marriage Be Annulled Due to Concealed Homosexuality? | G.R. 268109 Read More »
The law in terms of Property and Law has been constantly evolving. One of these improvements is the establishment of the Republic Act No. 12001, otherwise known as the Real Property Valuation and Assessment Reform Act (RPVARA).
RPVARA Explained: The Philippines’ Landmark Reform in Real Property Valuation Read More »
Under Section 20(D) of the POEA-SEC, “[n]o compensation and benefits shall be payable in respect of any injury, incapacity, disability or death of the seafarer resulting from his willful or criminal act or intentional breach of his duties, provided however, that the employer can prove that such injury, incapacity, disability or death is directly attributable to the seafarer.”
In the Philippines, divorce is not an option. So here are your other legal options if you’re facing infidelity (cheating) in your marriage:
Viva La Legal Action: Marriage, Cheating, and Legal Remedies in the Philippines Read More »
Philippine courts have jurisdiction over a petition for declaration of nullity of a bigamous marriage between a foreigner and a Filipino, even if the marriage was celebrated abroad.
Can Philippine courts nullify a bigamous marriage celebrated abroad? | G.R. 262831 Read More »
Tuwing Agosto, ating ipinagdiriwang ang Buwan ng Wikang Pambansa o ang Buwan ng Wika, alinsunod sa bisa ng Proklamasyon Blg. 1041, s. 1997.
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