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Oct 5, 2021 dna evidence presumption of legitimacy filiation family code paternity civil law

DNA Evidence and Presumption of Legitimacy: Filiation Rights in the Philippines

The Supreme Court ruled DNA evidence can establish filiation despite the presumption of legitimacy, prioritizing the child's best interests.

Nov 17, 2020 legitimate filiation inheritance property disputes family code bernardo v. fernando

Proving Legitimate Filiation: Key to Winning Philippine Inheritance Claims

Learn how the Supreme Court's ruling in Bernardo v. Fernando clarifies what evidence proves legitimate filiation for inheritance claims.

Dec 10, 2017 filiation inheritance family code illegitimate children supreme court

Proving Filiation After Death: The Strict Rules on Inheritance Claims

Philippine law sets strict evidence rules for proving filiation after a parent's death. Learn what the Supreme Court requires in inheritance disputes.

Jan 19, 2006 co-ownership ejectment civil code property law unlawful detainer inheritance

When Can a Co-Owner File an Ejectment Suit in the Philippines? The Adlawan Rule

Philippine law lets a co-owner file ejectment, but only for the benefit of all co-owners—not for sole personal gain. Here's what Adlawan v. Adlawan teaches.