Caligagan Law

26/05/2026

NOTICE TO CLIENTS

Please be informed that our office will be conducting a general cleaning tomorrow. We sincerely ask for your understanding and patience for any inconvenience this may cause.

17/05/2026

Thank you to the City of San Fernando, through the City Tourism Office (CTO), for giving us the opportunity to be part of the Mutya Ning San Fernando Advocacy and Swimwear Competition. It was a pleasure witnessing the candidates champion their causes beyond beauty.

Congratulations as well to the entire CTO team for yet another successful event. It is truly a pride to have hardworking people like you as part of our LGU.

29/04/2026

Today, we celebrate the youngest member of our Firm, Ms. Abcdy Guina, whose name as unique as hers cannot easily be forgotten. It as en epitome of the individuality, strength, and confidence she brings to the office.

In a profession that demands so much, Abcdy shows up with grace, resilience, and a willingness to grow beyond what is expected. Her journey is just beginning, but the discipline and heart she brings to the practice already speak volumes.

Happy Birthday, Ms. Abcdy! We’re glad you’re part of this journey with us.💐

28/04/2026

𝐌𝐮𝐥𝐢, 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐚 𝐬𝐚 𝐀𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐠𝐚 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐚𝐰𝐚, 𝐡𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐝 𝐍𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐋𝐢𝐛𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐛𝐢𝐬𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐋𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐥!

Bilang patunay ng aming pagkilala at pagpapahalaga sa mahalagang papel ng mga manggagawa sa lipunan, muling mag-aalok sina Atty. Bianca Viel Caligagan at Atty. Ma. Danela Q. Yalung ng libreng legal na konsultasyon at pagnonotaryo ngayong Mayo 1, 2026.

Bukas ito para sa lahat, hindi lamang sa mga manggagawa kundi pati sa mga indibidwal na may pangangailangan ng tulong o gabay sa batas, gaya ng:
• Karapatang paggawa
• Kontrata sa trabaho o negosyo
• Iba pang usaping legal
🕙 Oras: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Lugar: Caligagan Law, Unit 10, 2nd Flr., Artesa Bldg., McArthur Highway, Baliti, San Fernando, Pampanga

Ngayong Araw ng mga Manggagawa, ipinapakita naming muli na espesyal kayo, at karapat-dapat sa tulong at kaalaman sa batas na makakatulong sa inyong pang-araw-araw na laban.

27/04/2026

Looking for:

PARALEGAL (part-time)

Caligagan Law is in need of paralegal (part-time) who can provide temporary services from 27 April to 01 May 2026.

14/04/2026

𝗔𝗡𝗡𝗨𝗔𝗟 𝗜𝗡𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗘 𝗧𝗔𝗫 𝗥𝗘𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗡 𝗗𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗘 𝗠𝗢𝗩𝗘𝗗 𝗧𝗢 𝗠𝗔𝗬 𝟭𝟱, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has issued Revenue Memorandum Circular No. 30-2026, extending the deadline to May 15, 2026 for the filing of 2025 Annual Income Tax Returns, payment of the corresponding taxes due thereon, and submission of required attachments.

“In line with the directive of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., this extension is meant to make tax compliance easier for taxpayers at a time when many are managing added strain from the ongoing energy crisis,” Commissioner Charlito Martin R. Mendoza said.

Taxpayers may file through the BIR’s electronic filing platforms and pay electronically through available payment platforms, or manually through the nearest Authorized Agent Banks.

RMC No. 30-2026: https://tinyurl.com/RMC302026

31/03/2026

Celebrating a truly special woman in our office family today—happy birthday, Ms. Maricar Requilman.

Your quiet strength, kind heart, and genuine care for everyone around you are what make Caligagan Law not just productive, but meaningful. You lead with grace and integrity, and your passion for what you do sets a standard we all look up to.

Beyond the numbers and responsibilities, it is your warmth and sincerity that leave a lasting impact on each of us. We are grateful to learn from you, work with you, and grow alongside you.

Wishing you a beautiful birthday filled with love, appreciation, and everything that brings you joy. 🤍

07/03/2026

𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐬𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐰𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐨𝐧𝐥𝐲 𝐛𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐥𝐚𝐰 𝐝𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐢𝐭. 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐥𝐚𝐰𝐬, 𝐢𝐭 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐛𝐞 𝐠𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐥𝐲, 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫.

And yet, here we are.

This Women's Month, we are reminded that respect for women should never have to be legislated. It should be instinctive, woven into how we speak, how we act, and how we treat every woman we encounter, whether she is a colleague, a stranger, a public figure, or a leader.

But the reality is this: not everyone chooses respect freely. And so the law was written, not to create dignity, but to defend it when others refuse to.

The Philippines has strong, clear laws that protect every Filipino woman from harassment, objectification, psychological harm, and public degradation. These laws exist because her dignity was always worth protecting.

𝐓𝐨 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐅𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐨 𝐰𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐧, 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐝𝐨 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭. 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐚𝐥𝐰𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐝𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐭. 𝐀𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐥𝐚𝐰 𝐡𝐚𝐬 𝐚𝐥𝐰𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭.

𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧'𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡!

20/02/2026

For the guidance of our clients in the Construction industry:

All construction projects shall have a CSHP before the start of any construction actvity pursuant to Labor Advisory No. 03, Series of 2026 on the submission of Construction Safety and Health Program through the DOLE Online Compliance Portal.

DOLE also reiterates that CSHP submissions are FREE of charge.

𝐉𝐔𝐒𝐓 𝐈𝐍:

DOLE issues Labor Advisory No. 03, Series of 2026 on the submission of Construction Safety and Health Program through the DOLE Online Compliance Portal.

DOLE also reiterates that CSHP submissions are FREE of charge. All construction projects shall have a CSHP before the start of any construction actvity.

26/12/2025

The has laid down guideposts for proving who owns or controls a social media account in criminal cases.

In a Decision written by Associate Justice Ramon Paul L. Hernando, the SC’s First Division affirmed the conviction of an individual (###) for committing psychological violence under Section 5 (i) of the 𝘈𝘯𝘵𝘪-𝘝𝘪𝘰𝘭𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘈𝘨𝘢𝘪𝘯𝘴𝘵 𝘞𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘯 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘛𝘩𝘦𝘪𝘳 𝘊𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘥𝘳𝘦𝘯 (𝘈𝘯𝘵𝘪-𝘝𝘈𝘞𝘊) 𝘈𝘤𝘵 against his ex-girlfriend (AAA) by posting derogatory statements about her on 𝘍𝘢𝘤𝘦𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘬.

The SC sentenced ### to up to eight years in prison, imposed a PHP 100,000 fine, and ordered ### to undergo psychological counseling or psychiatric treatment.

The SC stressed that in criminal cases, the prosecution must prove not only the elements of the crime but also the identity of the offender.

It explained that for crimes committed through social media, the basic features of the platform such as 𝘍𝘢𝘤𝘦𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘬, must be considered.

Noting that 𝘍𝘢𝘤𝘦𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘬 is widely used in the Philippines, the SC held that a 𝘍𝘢𝘤𝘦𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘬 account can easily be created by anyone claiming to be at least 13 years old with an email address or mobile number.

Once an account is created, the user can add friends, exchange private messages, and post statements, photos, or videos visible to others depending on the user’s privacy settings. Fake or dummy accounts can easily spread, enabling disinformation, identity theft, or crimes.

Given this, the SC ruled that guideposts are necessary to establish who owns or controls a social media account. It said the following must be shown to prove ownership or access:

1. Admission of ownership or authorship;
2. Being seen accessing the account or composing the post;
3. Containing information known only to the offender or a few people;
4. Language consistent with the offender’s characteristics;
5. Records from the internet service provider, telecommunications company, or social media site, and results from device forensic analysis showing geolocation features, and other attributes linking the account to the offender;
6. Acts consistent with previous posts; or
7. Other instances showing ownership, access, or authorship.

Applying these, the SC found that several factors proved ### wrote the 𝘍𝘢𝘤𝘦𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘬 post. The account name bore his full name, and the profile photo showed him with his child from his current live-in partner.

AAA’s sister had also received messages from the same account for years.

Read the full text of the Press Release at https://sc.judiciary.gov.ph/?p=158535.

Read the full text of the Decision at https://sc.judiciary.gov.ph/?p=158446.

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