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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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Mar 3, 2009 grave threats revised penal code article 282 criminal law philippine supreme court

Grave Threats vs. Light Threats: The Caluag Case on Gun-Pointing in the Philippines

When does pointing a gun become a grave threat? The Caluag case clarifies the legal line between grave and light threats under Philippine law.

Feb 18, 2008 evidence medical certificate authentication criminal procedure slight physical injuries

Medical Certificate Authentication: Proving Physical Injuries in Philippine Courts

Learn how Philippine courts treat medical certificates as evidence, why authentication matters, and what Postanes v. People teaches litigants.

Nov 18, 2004 self-defense criminal law burden of proof homicide unlawful aggression supreme court

Self-Defense in Homicide Cases: Proving Justification in the Philippines

When claiming self-defense in Philippine homicide cases, the accused bears the burden of proving all elements by clear and convincing evidence. Learn the rules.