Is 100% Interest Per Year on a Loan Illegal in the Philippines?
Consumer Law Guide Is 100% Interest Per Year on a Loan Illegal in the Philippines? Very high interest rates often lead to disputes about fairness, enforceability, penalties, and collection tactics. This guide explains the practical issues people usually examine before paying, renegotiating, or suing. Legal Consultation Corporate & Commercial Law Hub Is There a Legal […]
Sexual Harassment at Work in the Philippines: Your Rights Under RA 7877
Labor Law Guide Sexual Harassment at Work in the Philippines: Your Rights Under RA 7877 A boss who demands a date and threatens to fire you if you refuse is committing sexual harassment under Philippine law. RA 7877, the Anti-Sexual Harassment Act of 1995, protects employees from this form of abuse. Legal Consultation Labor Law […]
Can a Creditor Keep Your Property as Payment Without Court Process in the Philippines?
Debt & Consumer Law Guide Can a Creditor Keep Your Property as Payment Without Court Process? No. A creditor cannot simply take your property as payment without going through the proper legal process. Self-help repossession or seizure of property without a court order is generally illegal. Legal Consultation Corporate & Commercial Law Hub The General […]
Spousal Support After Infidelity in the Philippines: Does the Wife Still Have a Right?
Family Law Guide Spousal Support After Infidelity in the Philippines A spouse’s infidelity, while a serious breach of trust, does not automatically extinguish the other spouse’s right to receive support. Philippine law treats support obligations as a continuing duty rooted in the marriage itself. Legal Consultation Family Law Hub Does a Spouse Who Leaves Because […]
Suing the City Government for Injuries from an Open Manhole in the Philippines
Civil Law Guide Suing the City Government for Injuries from an Open Manhole Yes, the city or municipality may be held liable for injuries caused by defective roads or public works under Article 2189 of the Civil Code. But proving liability requires showing the government entity had control over the area. Legal Consultation Corporate & […]
Is Giving Paid Online or Cyber Sex Shows a Crime in the Philippines?
Criminal Law Guide Is Giving Paid Online or Cyber Sex Shows a Crime in the Philippines? Yes. Engaging in paid online sexual performances is considered cybersex, a crime punishable under the Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012 (RA 10175). Legal Consultation Criminal Law Hub What Does the Law Say? Under Section 4(c)(1) of RA 10175, cybersex […]
Can an Illegitimate Child Claim Inheritance from Their Dead Parents in the Philippines?
Property & Family Law Guide Can an Illegitimate Child Claim Inheritance from Their Dead Parents? Yes. Illegitimate children are compulsory heirs under Philippine law and are entitled to a portion of their parent’s estate. However, their share is generally one-half of what a legitimate child would receive. Legal Consultation Property & Land Law Hub What […]
Lesbian relationships are also covered by Republic Act (RA) 9262
Q. Is lesbian relationship covered by Republic Act (RA) 9262, otherwise known as the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004 (VAWC)? Yes. Lesbian relationships are also covered by Republic Act (RA) 9262, otherwise known as the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004 (VAWC). Section 3(a) of the law defines violence against women and their children as “any act or a series of acts committed by any person against a woman who is his wife, former wife, or against a woman with whom the person has or had a sexual or dating relationship, or with whom he has a common child, or against her child whether legitimate or illegitimate, within or without the family abode, which result in or is likely to result in physical, sexual, psychological harm or suffering, or economic abuse including threats of such acts, battery, assault, coercion, harassment or arbitrary deprivation of liberty.” As explained, It may, as well be done to a female with whom the individual has or had a sexual or dating relationship.’ evidently the usage of the gender-neutral term ‘person’ who has or had a sexual or dating relationship with the female includes even lesbian relationships.” Clearly being a lesbian will not hinder the filing a criminal case under RA 9262. Need Help With Your Situation? This article provides general legal information. If you need case-specific guidance, message Attykalibre Legal Center privately. Message Us on Messenger Chat on WhatsApp Contact Page Legal Disclaimer The information on this page is […]