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16/02/2026

𝐀𝐃𝐕𝐈𝐒𝐎𝐑𝐘: DFM Law Office is closed from February 16-17, 2026. The office will resume its operation on Wednesday, February 18, 2026.

10/02/2026

𝐃𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐝𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐋𝐚𝐰 ⚖️

In criminal law, ignorance of the law is not a valid defense—citizens are presumed to know the law.

This principle, known as ignorantia juris non excusat, ensures accountability and prevents individuals from escaping liability by claiming they were unaware of the law.

📖 Reference: Article 3 of the Civil Code of the Philippines — “Ignorance of the law excuses no one from compliance therewith.”
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09/02/2026

𝐃𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐝𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐋𝐚𝐰 ⚖️

Justice is accountability in action.

A tort is a civil wrong—when harm is caused, responsibility follows, even without a contract.
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30/01/2026

𝐃𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐝𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐋𝐚𝐰 ⚖️

Liability is the legal responsibility that arises when one’s actions—or failure to act—result in harm, damage, or breach of duty.

In law, accountability is clear: where there is negligence, there is liability.
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28/01/2026

𝐃𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐝𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐋𝐚𝐰 ⚖️

Justice respects deadlines—when time runs out, the right to sue disappears.

Prescription reminds us: every legal right has a time limit. Miss it, and the case is closed.
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28/01/2026

𝐃𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐝𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐋𝐚𝐰 ⚖️
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Originally published by the Supreme Court Public Information Office

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The (SC) has dismissed an adultery case filed by the representative of a married man, reiterating that only the offended spouse may file the complaint.

In a Decision written by Associate Justice Antonio T. Kho, Jr., the SC’s Second Division dismissed the adultery charge filed by Jin Chiba, through a representative, against his wife, Aurel Ann Chua-Chiba and her co-accused Michael Llona. SC reversed the ruling of the Regional Trial Court (RTC), which had ordered the reinstatement of the adultery case against Aurel and Michael.

Aurel’s husband, Jin, through his representative, filed a complaint for adultery and grave threats against the two.

The Metropolitan Trial Court (MeTC) dismissed the adultery charge, citing that only the offended spouse can initiate it.

The RTC overturned the MeTC’s decision, confirming that the filing met legal standards because Jin’s complaint-affidavit was actually attached to the complaint submitted by his representative.

The SC disagreed and reiterated that adultery is a private crime that may be prosecuted only upon a complaint filed by the offended spouse, citing Rule 110, Section 5, of the 𝘙𝘦𝘷𝘪𝘴𝘦𝘥 𝘙𝘶𝘭𝘦𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘊𝘳𝘪𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘗𝘳𝘰𝘤𝘦𝘥𝘶𝘳𝘦 and Article 344 of the 𝘙𝘦𝘷𝘪𝘴𝘦𝘥 𝘗𝘦𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘊𝘰𝘥𝘦 (RPC).

The SC explained that this requirement exists “out of consideration for the aggrieved party who might prefer to suffer the outrage in silence rather than go through the scandal of a public trial.” The law allows the offended spouse to decide whether to bring the matter to court or handle it privately.

In this case, the complaint for adultery was not initiated by the offended spouse but by his representative. Although Jin submitted his own complaint-affidavit, it was only included as an annex to his representative’s complaint.

Because there is failure to meet the requirement under the 𝘙𝘦𝘷𝘪𝘴𝘦𝘥 𝘙𝘶𝘭𝘦𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘊𝘳𝘪𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘗𝘳𝘰𝘤𝘦𝘥𝘶𝘳𝘦 and the RPC, the SC held that no valid complaint was filed and dismissed the case.

Read the full text of the press release at https://sc.judiciary.gov.ph/?p=159759

Read the full text of the Decision at https://sc.judiciary.gov.ph/?p=159743

Read the Concurring Opinion of Senior Associate Justice Marvic M.V.F. Leonen at https://sc.judiciary.gov.ph/?p=159748

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23/01/2026

𝐃𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐝𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐋𝐚𝐰 ⚖️

In the eyes of the law, every case has its rightful scope.

Jurisdiction defines the boundaries where justice is served.
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23/01/2026

𝐃𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐝𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐋𝐚𝐰 ⚖️

Respecting our laws is respecting our nation.
Every visitor is welcome—but compliance is a must.
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Interior and Local Government Secretary Jonvic Remulla reminded foreign tourists to respect Filipinos and the country’s laws following the arrest of two foreign vloggers accused of offensive and threatening online content. | via ANC 24/7

Link to full story in the comments section.

22/01/2026

𝐃𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐝𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐋𝐚𝐰 ⚖️
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Originally published by the Supreme Court Public Information Office

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The 𝘌𝘯 𝘉𝘢𝘯𝘤, during its session today, January 21, 2026, denied the motion for reconsideration filed by retired Court of Appeals Associate Justice Isaias P. Dicdican seeking to lift his preventive suspension from the practice of law and restore his pension and retirement benefits.

In denying Dicdican’s motion for reconsideration, the SC stressed that the preventive sanctions were not meant to punish him, but to serve as precautionary measures.

In 2025, the SC formally charged Justice Dicdican with gross misconduct for his alleged involvement in the murder of Atty. Joey Luis B. Wee, who was shot and killed on November 23, 2020 in Cebu City.

Following the filing of the charge, the SC ordered Justice Dicdican’s preventive suspension from the practice of law and the discontinuation of his pension and retirement benefits pending the resolution of his administrative case.

The SC explained that preventive suspension is necessary because Justice Dicdican, having practiced law and served as a Court of Appeals Justice in Cebu, may have possible influence that could obstruct the ongoing criminal and administrative cases against him.

Under the 𝘊𝘰𝘥𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘗𝘳𝘰𝘧𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘙𝘦𝘴𝘱𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘪𝘣𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘈𝘤𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘣𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘺, preventive suspension is imposed to prevent interference with an investigation. This includes tampering, hiding, or destroying evidence, and intimidating witnesses.

Read the full text of the Press Briefer at https://sc.judiciary.gov.ph/?p=159464

The full text of the Supreme Court 𝘌𝘯 𝘉𝘢𝘯𝘤 Resolution in A.M. No. 25-03-03-CA (𝘙𝘦𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵 𝘰𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘔𝘶𝘳𝘥𝘦𝘳 𝘊𝘢𝘴𝘦 𝘍𝘪𝘭𝘦𝘥 𝘈𝘨𝘢𝘪𝘯𝘴𝘵, 𝘈𝘮𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘖𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘴, 𝘊𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘵 𝘰𝘧 𝘈𝘱𝘱𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘴 𝘑𝘶𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘦 𝘐𝘴𝘢𝘪𝘢𝘴 𝘗. 𝘋𝘪𝘤𝘥𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘯 [𝘙𝘦𝘵𝘪𝘳𝘦𝘥]) shall be uploaded to the Supreme Court website once available.

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22/01/2026

𝐃𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐝𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐋𝐚𝐰 ⚖️

Negligence arises when a person fails to exercise the level of care expected under similar circumstances, resulting in harm or damage.

Jurisprudence reminds us: “Hindi puwedeng pabayaan — may standard of care tayong sinusunod.”

At DFM Law Office, we uphold this principle and provide trusted guidance in navigating cases where negligence is at issue.
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21/01/2026

⚖️ 𝐋𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐂𝐚𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐧.

From consultations to complex cases, DFM Law Office is here to serve with integrity, expertise, and heart.

📍 Visit us in San Juan or reach out today—your trusted legal team is just a call away.
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20/01/2026

𝐃𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐝𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐋𝐚𝐰 ⚖️

A contract is not just a signature—it's a meeting of minds.

Built on consent, consideration, and lawful purpose, it binds with integrity.

Lady Justice reminds us: “Kung nagkasundo kayo, panindigan — may bisa ang usapan.”
In law and in life, honor your word.
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