Debt Collection Harassment in the Philippines: What Borrowers Should Know
Know what to do about debt collection harassment in the Philippines, including evidence to save and possible legal options.
Special Power of Attorney Philippines: Uses, Requirements, and Common Mistakes
Learn what a Special Power of Attorney is in the Philippines, when it is used, and what details must be written clearly.
Affidavit of Loss in the Philippines: When You Need One
A simple guide to an affidavit of loss in the Philippines, including when it is used, what details to include, and how it helps with replacement documents.
Small Claims Philippines: How to Collect Money Through Court
Learn the basics of small claims in the Philippines, who can file, what documents to prepare, and how money claims are handled.
Demand Letter Philippines: When to Send One and What to Include
A practical guide to demand letters in the Philippines, including when to send one, what to include, and common mistakes to avoid.
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 […]
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 & […]
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 […]
Right of first refusal of tenants or lessee in urban areas.
Dear Attykalibre, We are leasing on a monthly basis a land, for almost 20 years now. We were the one who built the house. It is located in Makati City. We learned from our neighbor that the house and lot are for sale for three million pesos. We expressed our willing to buy the property, but the land lord did not give any answer. We discovered later the property was sold to another person. The landlord maintains that she has the legal right to sell the house without offering it first to us. Is she right Monica Dear Monica, Presidential Decree (PD) 1517, precisely Section 6 adequately provides the essentials requisites in order that the provision of the law could be implemented to wit: a. leased land must be situated in an urban zone; b. Lessee should build his/her house on subject land; and c. He/She must be renting the said property continuously for ten years. In your case, all the requisites are present. For this reason, landowner does have the legal duty to give you the opportunity to buy it, if he plans to sell it, and you do have the right of first refusal in the case at hand. We wish that we could answer your inquiries. 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 for general legal information only and does […]