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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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Custodian Negligence Court Personnel Held Liable for Missing Case Records

Court personnel who negligently handle case records face administrative liability. Learn the rules on custodianship of court exhibits.

Custodianship vs Trusteeship: Determining Liability in Investment Agreements

Philippine Supreme Court clarifies the difference between a custodian and a trustee in investment agreements, and who bears liability when investments fail.