Likigan- Dalang Cosi Uy & Ong Garcia Law Office

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Today, we stand in solidarity with the entire nation as we celebrate the 128th Philippine Independence Day! 🇵🇭True freed...
12/06/2026

Today, we stand in solidarity with the entire nation as we celebrate the 128th Philippine Independence Day! 🇵🇭

True freedom is built on the foundation of justice, equity, and the protection of our fundamental rights.

As legal professionals, we remain steadfast in our commitment to uphold the laws that secure our liberty and defend the rights of every Filipino.

May we always honor the sacrifices of our heroes by continuing to fight for a just, free, and democratic society.

Have a safe and meaningful Araw ng Kalayaan from all of us!

No—notarizing a document is not enough to change a first/given name in the Philippine civil registry.For a change of fir...
02/06/2026

No—notarizing a document is not enough to change a first/given name in the Philippine civil registry.

For a change of first name or nickname, the governing law is R.A. 9048, which requires an administrative petition filed with the Local Civil Registrar (LCR) (or the Philippine Consul if abroad). The petition is indeed in affidavit form (so it is typically notarized), but the name change only takes effect after LCR approval and compliance with posting/publication requirements.

Sorry, Orange (Sharmaine). :(

⚖️ISSUED A BOUNCING CHECK? OR RECEIVED ONE? UNDERSTAND YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS. ⚖️Many business owners and individuals rely on...
31/05/2026

⚖️ISSUED A BOUNCING CHECK? OR RECEIVED ONE? UNDERSTAND YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS. ⚖️

Many business owners and individuals rely on checks for daily transactions. But what happens when a check bounces? In the Philippines, this can lead to serious criminal liabilities under Batas Pambansa Blg. 22 (BP 22) and Estafa (Swindling) under the Revised Penal Code. While both involve unpaid checks, they protect different rights:

🔴 BP 22 (The Bouncing Checks Law)

The Violation: Simply issuing a check that is dishonored due to insufficient funds or a closed account.

Key Element: Deceit is not required. The mere act of issuing a worthless check is the crime.

Penalty: Imprisonment, hefty fines, or both, plus payment of the check's value.

🔴 Estafa (Criminal Fraud/Swindling)

The Violation: Issuing a worthless check to induce someone to part with their money, property, or goods.

Key Element: Deceit and damage must be present at the time the check was issued.

Penalty: Longer prison terms depending on the amount involved.

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In a recent ruling (G.R. No. 276986), the Supreme Court of the Philippines declared a marriage void due to psychological...
24/05/2026

In a recent ruling (G.R. No. 276986), the Supreme Court of the Philippines declared a marriage void due to psychological incapacity, emphasizing that a marriage must be a sanctuary of mutual respect rather than an emotionally damaging prison. The decision, penned by Associate Justice Maria Filomena Singh, confirms that severe, rooted personality disorders preventing a spouse from fulfilling marital obligations justify the nullity of the union under Article 36 of the Family Code.

Business Hours:📍Suite 401-B, La Azotea Building, Session Road, Baguio City
23/05/2026

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📍Suite 401-B, La Azotea Building, Session Road, Baguio City

The doors are finally open!We are thrilled to launch Likigan-Dalang, Cosi, Uy, & Ong Garcia Law Office and Notaries Publ...
22/05/2026

The doors are finally open!

We are thrilled to launch Likigan-Dalang, Cosi, Uy, & Ong Garcia Law Office and Notaries Public, located right here in the heart of Baguio City!

📍Suite 401-B, La Azotea Building, Session Road, Baguio City

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