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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Credibility of Child Testimony in Rape Cases: Lessons from People v. Mariano

Philippine courts give significant weight to a child's credible testimony in rape cases. Learn the key principles from People v. Mariano.

Improvident Plea of Guilt in the Philippines: The Searching Inquiry Requirement

A guilty plea in a capital offense requires a searching inquiry. Learn what makes a plea improvident and how courts protect the accused.