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Don’t wait too long to seek legal advice. The passage of time may affect the remedies available to you, so it is importa...
24/08/2026

Don’t wait too long to seek legal advice. The passage of time may affect the remedies available to you, so it is important to understand your options and take the appropriate steps to protect your interests.



Good documentation helps prevent misunderstandings. And when disagreements arise, it can serve as valuable evidence to p...
22/08/2026

Good documentation helps prevent misunderstandings. And when disagreements arise, it can serve as valuable evidence to protect your interests.

A friendly reminder to keep records of important transactions, agreements, and communications. Good relationships matter, but important matters are still best documented.

When circumstances change and disputes arise, that piece of paper, message, receipt, or record may help us understand what happened and better assist you in protecting your interests.


21/08/2026


A bounced check can have legal consequences beyond an unpaid debt. Under B.P. 22, the issuance of a check that is dishon...
19/08/2026

A bounced check can have legal consequences beyond an unpaid debt.

Under B.P. 22, the issuance of a check that is dishonored for insufficient funds may give rise to criminal liability. Simply asking the payee not to deposit the check does not remove that risk.

If you issued or received a dishonored check, the appropriate legal remedy depends on the circumstances of the case.


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30/07/2026

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Meaningful advocacy starts with understanding your story, preparing with intention, and pursuing your goals with quiet confidence.

Many landlords assume that non-payment of rent automatically allows them to lock out a tenant. In reality, the law gener...
15/07/2026

Many landlords assume that non-payment of rent automatically allows them to lock out a tenant. In reality, the law generally requires landlords to follow the proper legal process before recovering possession of the property. While some lease agreements contain provisions allowing extrajudicial padlocking, these clauses are not automatically enforceable in every situation and should be carefully evaluated in light of the contract and applicable law.

If you're dealing with a non-paying tenant or a dispute over leased property, the appropriate remedy will depend on the facts and the terms of your lease agreement.


Legal update from the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) on the tax treatment of transfer of proprietary club shares held ...
10/07/2026

Legal update from the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) on the tax treatment of transfer of proprietary club shares held under a nominee or trust agreements.

Should you need further legal guidance on similar matters, don't hesitate to contact us at [email protected]

Catch Atty Datu on the upcoming episode of Usapang ED with Atty E and Doc D as they discuss the Juvenile Justice Law. ...
06/07/2026

Catch Atty Datu on the upcoming episode of Usapang ED with Atty E and Doc D as they discuss the Juvenile Justice Law.

Para sa ating Episode 17, samahan sina Atty. E and Doc D sa isang back2back episode kasama ang ating expert guests:

πŸŽ™οΈ Usapang GASTPE Subsidies
Makakasama natin si Rodrick β€œRod” B. Malonzo, ang Unit Head ng Monitoring & Processing ng PEAC para pag-usapan ang GASTPE Subsidiesβ€”mga clarifications, FAQs, at marami pang iba!

πŸŽ™οΈ Usapang Juvenile Justice
Ano nga ba talaga ang Juvenile Justice? Alamin natin kung ano ang sakop ng batas na ito. Makakasama naman natin dito si Atty. Sabrina C. Datu, isang public interest lawyer.

Mark your calendars mga ka-Ed!
πŸ—“οΈ July 6, 2026
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