It is not just a simple waiver. The law may treat it as a donation with its own set of rules, formalities, and consequences. One document can change your obligations and your estate. Know exactly what you are signing. Protect your interests. Seek legal guidance first.
Parents are legal administrators of their child’s property. You manage together without a court order. A bond is required if the property earns more than ₱50,000 per year. What the child buys or receives belongs to the child. Use income only for their care and schooling. You cannot sell, give away, or use the property as collateral without court approval. Manage wisely. Protect what is theirs. ⚖️
BIR issued RMC No. 98-2026 setting mandatory e-invoicing effective December 31, 2026. It applies to e-commerce businesses, large taxpayers, and users of computerized accounting systems. Micro taxpayers are exempt.
You may use in-house, commercial, or authorized service provider solutions. E-invoicing and sales reporting are separate requirements. Confirm your coverage and comply before the deadline. Do not delay.
Under Article 1561 of the Civil Code, sellers are liable for faults that cannot be found in ordinary inspection — even if they did not know about them. Obvious defects or issues known to an expert buyer are not covered.
Buyers must inspect promptly and make claims within the legal period. Protect your purchase. Know your rights. Seek advice if you discover a defect after sale. ⚖️
The Supreme Court now formally uses the term “victim-survivor” for those affected by sexual violence. This language affirms both the harm suffered and the resilience to recover and move forward. It recognizes that a person is not defined solely by what happened to them. Language matters. Dignity matters. ✊
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If you or someone you know has experienced abuse, help is available. Seek legal advice and contact the proper authorities.
Your registration may be deactivated due to inactivity or unconfirmed residency. A deactivated status means you cannot vote. Do not wait until election day to find out.
Verify your name now at the official Comelec website. Confirm your details and update your records before it is too late. Your vote matters. Make sure it counts.
🔗 comelec.gov.ph → Voter Registration → List of Deactivated Voters
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Ambiguous contract terms are interpreted against the party who drafted them. When wording is unclear or open to multiple meanings, the law leans in favor of the one who did not prepare the document.
Draft agreements using clear and precise language. Read every clause fully before signing. Seek clarification on uncertain terms. And consult a lawyer if significant ambiguity remains. Protect your rights by being diligent and informed. ✍️
Executive Order No. 2 guarantees your right to access government records, contracts, decisions, and public data. Denials must be written and legally justified. Unsupported refusals are not valid. If your request is ignored, denied without basis, or answered incompletely, seek legal advice.
Under Civil Code Articles 1291–1304, you may modify, reduce, or fully settle a debt through a new voluntary agreement. Terms can be adjusted, amounts lowered, or deadlines extended. A valid novation binds both parties and may end the original obligation.
Always put agreed changes in writing signed by all parties. Seek legal advice to confirm the agreement fully releases your obligation and protects your rights. ✍️
Under Republic Act No. 7277, persons with disability are guaranteed equal opportunity, access, and privileges in education, employment, transportation, and public services without discrimination. Denial, unfair treatment, or lack of reasonable accommodation violates your legal rights.
Key protections include fair employment, inclusive education, accessible public spaces and transport, minimum 20 percent discounts on eligible goods and services, and full protection against discrimination. These are entitlements, not favors. Know your rights, stand firm, and seek legal advice if they are ignored.
