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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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Housing Loan Foreclosure: Employee Rights and Lender Obligations Under Philippine Law

When can a bank foreclose on an employee housing loan? The Supreme Court explains the limits of RA 6552 and lender rights.

Credit Card Interest Rates: Balancing Lender Rights and Borrower Protection in the Philippines

The Supreme Court limits credit card interest and penalty rates to 2% monthly, balancing lender rights with borrower protection.

Usury Law and Loan Obligations: Balancing Lender Rights and Borrower Protection

Philippine Supreme Court ruling on 21% interest validity, 3% monthly surcharge nullity, and borrower obligations under the Usury Law.