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Protecting Children Parental Abuse AND THE Boundaries OF Family Rights IN THE Philippines
Children's Surnames: Illegitimate Child's Right to Choose After Father's Recognition
Supreme Court rules an acknowledged illegitimate child may choose whether to use the father's surname; the father cannot compel it.
Protecting Women and Children: Upholding the Constitutionality of Temporary Protection Orders
The Supreme Court affirms that ex parte Temporary Protection Orders under RA 9262 do not violate due process, protecting women and children from violence.
Protecting Children: High Court Clarifies Rape and Acts of Lasciviousness Rules
The Supreme Court clarifies when sexual acts against minors constitute rape versus acts of lasciviousness, and explains the rules on conviction.
Protecting Children Consent IS Irrelevant IN Child Sexual Abuse Cases IN THE Philippines
Protecting Children Upholding Justice IN Child Abuse AND Rape Cases Under Philippine LAW
A look at how Philippine courts decide rape cases, the weight given to credible victim testimony, and the rules on force, intimidation, and delay in reporting.
Technical Malversation: Good Faith Is No Defense for Misapplying Public Funds
A mayor diverted food for malnourished children to calamity victims. The Supreme Court ruled this is technical malversation—good faith is no defense.
Protecting the Vulnerable: Statutory Rape and the Indelible Duty to Safeguard Children in the Philippines
The Supreme Court affirms a rape conviction, explaining statutory rape, the rules on proving a child's age, and damages for child victims.
Forfeiture of Net Profits in Legal Separation: Protecting Children's Rights
Philippine Supreme Court clarifies forfeiture of guilty spouse's net profits in legal separation, protecting children's inheritance rights.
Understanding Statutory Rape AND Sexual Assault IN THE Philippines Protecting Children
Rape Conviction Based on Victim's Testimony: Philippine Law on Crimes Against Children
Philippine Supreme Court ruling on rape with homicide convictions based on circumstantial evidence and victim testimony in crimes against children.
Incestuous Rape Upholding THE Testimony OF Vulnerable Victims AND Addressing Familial Abuse
The Supreme Court affirms conviction for incestuous rape, underscoring the credibility of a minor victim's testimony and the State's duty to protect children from familial abuse.
Statutory Rape in the Philippines: Understanding the Law and Protecting Children
The Supreme Court clarifies statutory rape rules under Article 266-A of the Revised Penal Code, including penalties and damages for child victims.
Protecting the Vulnerable: Statutory Rape and the Duty to Shield Children
The Court affirms a statutory rape conviction, explaining why a child's consent is immaterial and why the law must shield the young.
Protecting Children: Rape Conviction Upheld Despite Errors in Legal Citations
Supreme Court affirms rape conviction of child's neighbor, clarifies correct law under RA 8353, and finds two counts of rape.
Protecting Children: The Unwavering Credibility of a Minor's Testimony in Rape Cases
In People v. Garcia, the Supreme Court upheld a rape conviction based largely on the testimony of a five-year-old victim, reinforcing settled rules on child credibility.
Establishing Filiation: The Evidentiary Standard for Illegitimate Children's Support Claims
A support promise without an admission of paternity does not establish filiation. Nepomuceno v. Lopez clarifies the rule.
Moral Damages in Maritime Disasters: Who Can Claim After a Breach of Contract
Supreme Court rules only spouse, descendants, ascendants, and illegitimate children may claim moral damages for a passenger's death in a maritime disaster.
Protecting Children: Upholding the Credibility of Child Victims in Parental Abuse Cases
A Supreme Court ruling explains why a child victim's testimony is given full weight in incestuous rape cases, and why an intact hymen does not disprove rape.
Custody Agreements Contrary to Child's Best Interests Are Void
Philippine Supreme Court ruling on joint custody agreements for children under seven and the best interests standard.
Protecting Children Upholding Convictions in Statutory Rape Cases
The Supreme Court affirms a statutory rape conviction, explaining why a child victim's credible testimony alone can prove guilt beyond reasonable doubt.
Filial Support When Grandparents Share the Duty to Support Grandchildren
When parents cannot support their children, grandparents may be obliged to help. The Supreme Court explains how this duty works.
Rape Conviction Upheld: The Law Protects Vulnerable Children
The Supreme Court affirms the conviction of a man for statutory rape of an 11-year-old girl, clarifying key rules on carnal knowledge and penalties.
Insurance Proceeds and Illicit Relationships: Who Gets the Benefits
Philippine Supreme Court rules on who receives life insurance proceeds when beneficiaries are children from an illicit relationship.