Legal Insights

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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How the Prosecution Proves Intent to Gain in Robbery With Homicide

The Supreme Court explains how intent to gain is proven in robbery with homicide cases, using People v. Del Rosario as a guide.

Forcible Entry in the Philippines: Proving Prior Possession and Unlawful Deprivation

Understand the requirements for forcible entry cases in the Philippines, including prior possession and unlawful deprivation, based on the Ong v. Parel ruling.

Unreliable Witness Identification When Does It Impact A Criminal Case

Philippine Supreme Court ruling on when witness identification and conspiracy evidence fail to prove guilt beyond reasonable doubt.

Conspiracy in Murder: When Presence Does Not Prove Guilt (G.R. No. 127754)

Philippine Supreme Court ruling on conspiracy in murder cases: mere presence at the crime scene is not enough to convict.

Due Process in Employee Dismissal: What Philippine Law Requires

Philippine law requires both just cause and due process for valid dismissal. Learn the rules from Aquinas School v. Magnaye.

Attempted Rape in the Philippines: Elements, Intent, and Legal Consequences

Learn the legal distinction between consummated and attempted rape in the Philippines, including the elements of intent, overt acts, and interruption.