In-Depth Legal Commentaries, Updates, and Insights
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Working past probation likely grants regular status. Dismissal needs just cause & twin written notices; failure entitles employee to nominal damages.
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Inappropriate touching of a child, even without force, can be lascivious conduct under RA 7610. A parent’s testimony is crucial against denial.
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Filing multiple lawsuits on the same issue against the same party (forum shopping) is unethical and prohibited. Lawyers must avoid actions that impede justice.
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Using labels like ‘Italian Design’ on locally made goods can risk violating False Designation of Origin laws if likely to confuse consumers about origin.
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Transporting illegal drugs involves carrying them between places. Lack of knowledge is a defense, but challenging to prove when caught in possession.
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Learn about lawyer’s duty of loyalty & avoiding conflicts of interest under the CPR. Understand client rights when suspecting attorney negligence in PH.
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Lawyers must serve clients with diligence, avoiding neglect like missing deadlines. Failure can lead to client prejudice and disciplinary action.
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Defective verification/certification by a corporate signatory may be cured by subsequent ratification or substantial compliance. Courts often prioritize merits.
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A court-approved Compromise Agreement is a final judgment. Learn how later agreements and the 5-year enforcement rule affect enforcing original terms.