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.
NPC Registration in the Philippines: Requirements and Who Must Register
Learn who must register with the National Privacy Commission under the Data Privacy Act, the registration requirements for data processing systems, and how to comply.
Data Privacy Act Compliance Checklist for Philippine Businesses
A practical Data Privacy Act compliance checklist for Philippine businesses covering NPC registration, privacy notices, security measures, and breach reporting.
Data Breach Notification in the Philippines: The 72-Hour Rule
Learn the 72-hour data breach notification rule in the Philippines under the Data Privacy Act, including who must notify, what to report, and penalties.
Privacy Impact Assessment in the Philippines: When It's Required
Learn when a Privacy Impact Assessment (PIA) is required in the Philippines under the Data Privacy Act of 2012 and its IRR.
Data Privacy Consent Philippines: When You Need It and When You Don't
Learn when consent is required under the Philippine Data Privacy Act, how to obtain valid consent, and when processing is lawful without it.
Data Subject Rights in the Philippines: Access, Correction, and Erasure
Know your data subject rights in the Philippines under the Data Privacy Act: access, correction, erasure, and how to exercise them.
Data Protection Officer Philippines: Appointment and Duties Under the DPA
Learn the data protection officer Philippines requirements, including appointment criteria and duties under the Data Privacy Act and its IRR.
Cross-Border Data Transfers Under the Philippine Data Privacy Act
Learn the rules for cross-border data transfers in the Philippines under the Data Privacy Act, including lawful bases, accountability, and compliance.
Data Privacy Act Penalties in the Philippines: Fines and Criminal Liability
Understand the Data Privacy Act penalties in the Philippines, including fines and imprisonment for unauthorized processing, breaches, and disclosure.
Employee Data Privacy Philippines: Employer's Guide to the Data Privacy Act
Learn how the Data Privacy Act of 2012 protects employee data in the Philippines and what employers must do to comply.
AI Governance in the Philippines: What the Law Requires Today
AI governance in the Philippines today relies on the Data Privacy Act of 2012 and the Internet Transactions Act of 2023. Learn the key compliance rules.
Fintech Regulation in the Philippines: BSP Rules and Licensing
Fintech regulation in the Philippines is shaped by BSP rules, the E-Commerce Act, and the Data Privacy Act. Learn the key legal requirements here.
Cybersecurity Law in the Philippines: Compliance and Incident Response
Learn Philippine cybersecurity law compliance under the Cybercrime Prevention Act and Data Privacy Act, including penalties and incident response duties.
Internet Transactions Act Philippines (R.A. 11967): What Online Sellers Must Know
R.A. 11967, the Internet Transactions Act of 2023, sets new rules for online sellers in the Philippines. Learn obligations, liabilities, and compliance steps.
Safeguarding Justice: The Judiciary Marshals Act and Its Implementing Rules
The Supreme Court approved the IRR of the Judiciary Marshals Act, creating an armed unit to protect judges and secure the courts.
Case-Fixing in the Ombudsman: When Dishonesty Leads to Dismissal from Service
The Supreme Court affirms that case-fixing in the Ombudsman warrants dismissal, clarifying the standards of conduct for public servants.
Theft vs. Robbery in the Philippines: The Element of Force Explained
Understand the difference between theft and robbery under Philippine law, and how the element of force affects criminal liability and penalties.
Judicial Corruption: When Can Evidence From a Government-Issued Laptop Be Used
Explore the Supreme Court ruling on using evidence from a government-issued laptop in administrative cases against judges.
Qualified Trafficking in Persons: Entrapment, Privacy Rights, and Penalties Explained
The Supreme Court clarifies entrapment vs. instigation, privacy rights, and penalties in qualified trafficking cases involving minors.
Online Psychological Abuse Under RA 9262: When Facebook Posts Lead to Higher Penalties
The Supreme Court clarifies when Facebook posts constitute psychological abuse under RA 9262 and how ICT use raises the penalty.
Freedom of Expression vs Obscenity: The Limits of Local Ordinances in the Philippines
The Supreme Court explains when courts may review local anti-obscenity ordinances and why facial challenges face strict limits.
Social Media Ethics for Judges: Lessons from the Atillo Case
A Supreme Court ruling on a judge's Facebook photos clarifies the ethical boundaries judges face when using social media in the Philippines.
Protecting Privacy and Security: Understanding the Writ of Amparo in Philippine Law
The Supreme Court affirms that the writ of amparo protects families of suspected rebels from surveillance, upholding privacy and spousal privileges.
Right to Access Search Warrant Records: Due Process and Confidentiality in Philippine Law
Philippine courts balance due process rights against informant confidentiality when accused persons seek search warrant records.