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Plain-language guides and case briefs on Philippine law — researched from the firm's law library of 184,000+ statutes, Supreme Court decisions, and agency issuances, and written so non-lawyers can understand and act on them.

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Jun 9, 1997 labor law solidary liability contractors wage violations illegal dismissal philippines

Solidary Liability Holding Principals Accountable FOR Wage Violations OF Contractors IN THE Philippines

Learn how Philippine labor law holds principals solidarily liable for wage violations of their contractors and the rules on valid dismissal.

Apr 17, 1997 criminal law counterclaim damages malicious prosecution rule 111 cabaero v. cantos

Counterclaims in Criminal Cases: When Can the Accused Seek Damages?

The Supreme Court in Cabaero v. Cantos clarifies when an accused may file a counterclaim for damages in a criminal case, and when a separate civil action is required.

Feb 17, 1997 laches prescription property disputes reconveyance civil procedure supreme court

Laches and Prescription in Property Disputes: What the Supreme Court Said

A 1997 Supreme Court ruling clarifies when laches and prescription can dismiss a property case, and why these defenses need full trial.

Jan 15, 1997 quantum meruit construction law contractor payment quasi-contract philippine law

Quantum Meruit: When a Contractor Can Recover Payment Without a Formal Contract

Philippine Supreme Court explains when contractors can recover payment on a quantum meruit basis even without a written contract.

Oct 28, 1996 labor-law illegal-dismissal termination employee-rights labor-code philippines

When Can a Company Terminate an Employee Due to Illness? Philippine Law Guide

Philippine law sets strict rules for terminating employees due to illness. Learn the requirements, including the six-month cure rule and medical certification.

Oct 17, 1996 labor law check-off union dues collective bargaining agreement employer liability

Check-Off Provisions in Philippine Labor Law: Employer Liability for Uncollected Union Dues

When an employer fails to deduct union dues under a CBA check-off, is it liable for the uncollected amount? The Supreme Court clarifies.

Sep 19, 1996 unlawful detainer ejectment jurisdiction ownership civil procedure real estate law

Unlawful Detainer and Ownership: When Courts Can Decide Title

Philippine Supreme Court clarifies that MTCs can decide ownership in unlawful detainer cases, but only to resolve possession.

Aug 22, 1996 criminal law implied conspiracy conspiracy escalante massacre sandiganbayan criminal liability

Implied Conspiracy When Collective Actions Lead to Criminal Liability in the Philippines

The Supreme Court explains how implied conspiracy can hold multiple offenders liable for crimes committed during a collective action, using the Escalante massacre case.

Jul 10, 1996 recto law article 1484 chattel mortgage installment sales deficiency judgment civil code

Recto Law Explained: Deficiency Claims After Chattel Mortgage Foreclosure

Understand Article 1484 (Recto Law) and when sellers can still recover attorney's fees after foreclosing on installment-sold personal property.