Practical Law

Taking it back: Rules for possession

If one has been deprived of possession for one year or less, the proper action to file is an action…

5 years ago

Of rights and taxes

Under our Civil Code, acts executed against the mandatory provisions of law are void, except when the law itself authorizes…

5 years ago

The steep political price of vote-buying

If we ever want to see systemic reform, we must at the very least refuse to countenance practices that undermine…

5 years ago

Election offenses’ guidelines

Offering and/or receiving money in exchange for votes is a criminal and punishable act, and while it may have short-term…

5 years ago

Taxes and POGO

With the Philippines projecting the collection of billions in tax revenues from these POGO, and the economy on the brink…

5 years ago

Arbitration of intra-corporate disputes

An amicable settlement through arbitration offers a convenient process that may prove to be less costly and more expedient than…

5 years ago

Legislative inquiries and principle of public accountability

Executive privilege must be based on national security, state, or diplomatic secrets. The claim must not be capriciously [...]

5 years ago

Currency fitness: Rules and remedy

A legitimate bill may be identified by its feel, look, and tilt

5 years ago

Tax assessments, opportunity to protest

The opportunity of being able to file a protest against any tax assessment is an indication that the taxpayer is…

5 years ago

Testamentary disposition of estate

Article 783 of the Civil Code defines a will as “an act whereby a person is permitted with the formalities…

5 years ago