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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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Manifestation of Intent to Participate in the Bangsamoro Parliamentary Elections
How to file a manifestation of intent to participate in the Bangsamoro parliamentary elections, including the rules on accreditation and certification.
DTI Consumer Complaint in the Philippines: How to File and What Happens Next
File a DTI consumer complaint in the Philippines the right way: where to go, what to prepare, and how the Consumer Act protects you from unsafe or unfair sellers.
Tax Treaty Benefits in the Philippines: How to File a TTRA with the BIR
Tax treaty benefits in the Philippines are claimed by filing a Tax Treaty Relief Application with the BIR's International Tax Affairs Division before the transaction.
How to File an Estafa Case in the Philippines
Learn how to file an estafa case in the Philippines, including the legal basis, evidence needed, and the step-by-step process.
Estate Tax Amnesty Philippines: Coverage, 6% Rate, and How to Avail
The estate tax amnesty in the Philippines covers decedents who died on or before December 31, 2017. Learn the 6% rate, deadlines, and how to file.
China–Philippines Tax Treaty Benefits: How Nonresidents Claim Relief
Understand China–Philippines tax treaty benefits and how to file a Tax Treaty Relief Application with the BIR's International Tax Affairs Division before the transaction.
Marine Insurance Claim in the Philippines: How to File and What the Law Says
Filing a marine insurance claim in the Philippines? Learn the rules on insurable interest, seaworthiness, notice of loss, and how the Insurance Code applies.
Customs Protest and Duty Refund in the Philippines: How to Dispute an Assessment
Learn how to file a customs protest and claim a duty refund in the Philippines under the CMTA, including the 15-day appeal period and where to file.
Illegal Recruitment in the Philippines: Penalties and How to Report It
Learn the penalties for illegal recruitment in the Philippines under RA 8042, as amended by RA 10022, including fines, imprisonment, and how to file a complaint.
CIAC Arbitration in the Philippines: How Construction Disputes Are Resolved
CIAC arbitration in the Philippines resolves construction disputes under Executive Order No. 1008. Learn how to file, who arbitrates, and how awards are enforced.
Tax Treaty Relief in the Philippines: How to Apply with the BIR
Learn how to file a Tax Treaty Relief Application with the BIR in the Philippines, including the forms, documents, and deadlines under RMO No. 72-2010.
How to File a Civil Case in the Philippines: A Step-by-Step Overview
Learn how to file a civil case in the Philippines, from demand letters to trial, in this plain-language step-by-step guide.
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.
DOLE SEnA Filing Procedure Philippines: A Step-by-Step Guide
Learn the DOLE SEnA filing procedure in the Philippines—how to file a labor complaint through the Single Entry Approach and get free mediation.
Illegally Dismissed? Your Rights and Remedies Under Philippine Labor Law
Know your rights if illegally dismissed in the Philippines: reinstatement, full backwages, and how to file a labor complaint.