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April 16, 2026

Cyber Libel in the Philippines: Laws, Penalties, and Real-Life Cases

In today’s Philippine digital landscape, the line between free expression and criminal liability is increasingly blurred. Social media platforms such as Facebook, TikTok, X (formerly Twitter), and YouTube have become…

March 30, 2026

How to File Annulment in the Philippines (2026 Guide: Cost, Timeline, Requirements)

Annulment in the Philippines: Step-by-Step Guide with Costs, Timeline and Requirements Marriage is considered a permanent social institution under Philippine law, protected by the Constitution and governed by the Family…

November 28, 2024

Declaration of Nullity and Annulment of Marriage, and Legal Separation in the Philippines

Is there Divorce in the Philippines? As a general rule, Divorce is not allowed in the Philippines. The only exception is when there is a Judicial Recognition of a Foreign…

November 21, 2024

Adoption in the Philippines – Things You Need You Know

Which government agency is in charge of handling adoption? The Department of Social Welfare and Development. Who can be adopted? Any person below eighteen (18) years of age who has…

April 16, 2023

Trademark Enforcement – Everything You Need to Know

TRADEMARK ENFORCEMENT By: ATTY. CHRISTOPHER JOHN D. TAYLO Associate What is trademark infringement? Trademark infringement is the unauthorized use in commerce of a registered trademark or a copy or colorable…

April 4, 2023

Foreign Ownership Limit Lifted: A Walk Through the Public Service Act IRR

The State continuously recognizes the role of the private sector, both domestic and foreign, as one of the main amplifier for national growth and development. The State aims to encourage…

February 14, 2023

Walang Tatahan Sa Tahanan: To Maintaining the Home as a Safe Space through Republic Act No. 9262

Walang Tatahan Sa Tahanan To Maintaining the Home as a Safe Space through Republic Act No. 9262 By: Atty. Katrin Jessica I. Distor-Guinigundo Junior Partner, Peralta Jimenez Law “Home is…

January 20, 2023

RESOLUTION: Supreme Court allows the release of Jessica Lucila G. Reyes, a.k.a. “Gigi Reyes” on habeas corpus

SUPREME COURT RESOLUTION Habeas corpus is not available to persons in custody under process issued by a court or judge, exception – While the writ is generally not available to…

December 12, 2022

Foreign Ownership of Businesses in the Philippines

May a Foreign Corporation do business in the Philippines? Yes. A foreign corporation is one formed, organized or existing under any laws other than those of the Philippines and whose…

December 5, 2022

How to start a business in the Philippines?

Choosing the form of business depends on different factors–the number of parties, extent of liabilities and responsibilities. What are the different business registration models? Single/Sole Proprietorship, Partnership, and Corporation What…

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Cyber Libel in the Philippines: Laws, Penalties, and Real-Life Cases

How to File Annulment in the Philippines (2026 Guide: Cost, Timeline, Requirements)

Declaration of Nullity and Annulment of Marriage, and Legal Separation in the Philippines

Adoption in the Philippines – Things You Need You Know

Trademark Enforcement – Everything You Need to Know

Foreign Ownership Limit Lifted: A Walk Through the Public Service Act IRR

Walang Tatahan Sa Tahanan: To Maintaining the Home as a Safe Space through Republic Act No. 9262

RESOLUTION: Supreme Court allows the release of Jessica Lucila G. Reyes, a.k.a. “Gigi Reyes” on habeas corpus

Foreign Ownership of Businesses in the Philippines

How to start a business in the Philippines?

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