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Nutrition and Health Claims on Philippine Food Labels: What the Law Allows
Nutrition and health claims on Philippine food labels are governed by the FDA under RA 9711, the Food Safety Act of 2013, and the Consumer Act.
Cargo Damage and Loss Claims in the Philippines: Your Rights Against a Domestic Ship Operator
Learn how to pursue a cargo damage claim in the Philippines, including the ship operator's compulsory insurance coverage and MARINA complaint remedies.
Vessel Arrest and Maritime Liens in the Philippines: What Shipowners and Creditors Should Know
Vessel arrest and maritime liens in the Philippines explained: how creditors secure claims against ships and what Philippine law says about admiralty jurisdiction.
Executive Separation Agreements in the Philippines: Structuring a Clean Exit
An executive separation agreement in the Philippines defines the terms of a corporate officer's exit, covering separation pay, quitclaims, and release from liability.
OFW Illegal Dismissal Abroad: Remedies and Money Claims Under Philippine Law
Illegally dismissed abroad? Learn the remedies for OFW illegal dismissal, from NLRC money claims to DMW legal assistance and repatriation.
Advertising Rules in the Philippines: Prohibited Claims and Standards
Advertising rules in the Philippines bar deceptive and unfair claims under the Consumer Act and the Internet Transactions Act of 2023. Here is how they work.
VAT Refund for Exporters in the Philippines: How Zero-Rated Sales Work
Learn how VAT refunds work for exporters in the Philippines, which sales qualify as zero-rated, and how the BIR processes refund claims.
Maritime Lien and Vessel Arrest in the Philippines: How Claims Are Enforced
Maritime lien and vessel arrest in the Philippines explained: how ship creditors enforce claims, what MARINA regulates, and why you need a lawyer.
Seafarer Disability Benefits in the Philippines: What Filipino Crew Members Should Know
A plain-language guide to seafarer disability benefits in the Philippines, covering who is a seafarer, the agencies involved, and how claims work.
Independent Contractor Classification Philippines: Risks for Employers
Misclassifying a worker as an independent contractor in the Philippines exposes employers to labor claims, back benefits, and liability. Learn the risks.
Maritime Salvage in the Philippines: How the Law Treats Salvage Claims
Maritime salvage in the Philippines: how Philippine law treats salvage claims, the role of MARINA, and the rules on negligence and damages at sea.
Food Labeling Rules in the Philippines: FDA Requirements and Health Claims
Food labeling rules in the Philippines are governed by the FDA Act of 2009, the Food Safety Act of 2013, and the Consumer Act. Learn what labels must show.
How to File a Small Claims Case in the Philippines
Step-by-step guide on how to file a small claims case in the Philippines for money owed, with practical tips for first-time litigants.
OFW Rights in the Philippines: Legal Protections Under the Migrant Workers Act
Know your OFW rights in the Philippines under the Migrant Workers Act, including legal assistance, money claims, and protection from illegal recruitment.
Disputed Inheritance: Proving Ownership in Land Claims After a Family Fallout
A Supreme Court ruling on proving land ownership in family disputes, where a photocopied title and bare claims failed against a registered certificate of title.
Forged Payrolls and Denied Rights: Protecting Overseas Workers From Wage Theft
The Supreme Court reinstates wage claims of OFWs against a recruitment agency, ruling that forged payrolls cannot defeat workers' right to just compensation.
Attorney's Fees in Seafarer Disability Claims: New Supreme Court Guidelines
The Supreme Court clarifies when attorney's fees may be awarded in seafarer disability cases, rejecting automatic grants and setting stricter standards.
VAT Refund Timelines: Supreme Court Clarifies the 120-Day Rule in Dohle Shipmanagement
The Supreme Court clarifies when the 120-day VAT refund period starts, giving taxpayers control over the timeline for judicial claims.
Native Title vs. Statutory Rights: Land Ownership in Baguio City After the IPRA Exemption Ruling
The Supreme Court clarifies that Baguio City is exempt from the IPRA, except for native title claims based on time immemorial possession.
Proving Income Declaration for Creditable Withholding Tax Refunds in the Philippines
The Supreme Court clarifies how taxpayers can prove income declaration for creditable withholding tax refund claims, easing documentary requirements.
Seafarer Disability Claims Understanding Valid Medical Assessments AND Your Rights
The Supreme Court clarifies what makes a company-designated physician's medical assessment valid in seafarer disability claims, protecting seafarer rights.
Understanding Compromise Agreements in Labor Disputes: When Are They Valid
The Supreme Court clarifies when compromise agreements and quitclaims in labor cases are valid, and when courts may invalidate them.
Proving Filiation for Inheritance: Delayed Birth Registration in Philippine Law
A Supreme Court ruling clarifies how delayed birth registrations and other evidence establish filiation for inheritance claims in the Philippines.
Accident Insurance Claims in the Philippines: Proving Entitlement and Avoiding Denial
The Supreme Court clarifies how insured persons can prove accident insurance claims and when insurers face liability for wrongful denial.