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.
Forged Signatures and Bank Liability: Upholding Due Diligence in Loan Transactions
When a bank honors a forged check, it bears the loss. The Supreme Court explains why in PNB v. Giron-Roque.
Bank Liability for Dishonored Checks: Protecting Your Credit and Reputation
When a bank dishonors a check for an amount not yet due, it may be liable for damages. Learn from the Citibank v. Dinopol case.
Academic Freedom vs Individual Rights Upholding University Standards FOR Honors
The Supreme Court affirms that universities have the discretion to set honors criteria, and courts will not interfere absent grave abuse.