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Plain-language guides and case briefs on Philippine law — researched from the firm's law library of 184,000+ statutes, Supreme Court decisions, and agency issuances, and written so non-lawyers can understand and act on them.
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Port and Terminal Operations Regulation in the Philippines: A Guide to MARINA Rules
Port operations regulation in the Philippines is governed by MARINA under the Domestic Shipping Development Act. Learn the rules on CPCs, safety, and rates.
Hazardous Waste Disposal in the Philippines: Rules Under RA 6969
Hazardous waste disposal in the Philippines is governed by RA 6969 and its DENR rules: generators must manage, store, treat and dispose of waste properly.
Submarine Cable Landing Stations in the Philippines: Permits and Rights
Submarine cable landing in the Philippines requires a franchise and NTC authorization. Learn which permits apply and how the rules treat cable infrastructure.
Special Economic Zone Registration in the Philippines: A Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how special economic zone registration in the Philippines works, from choosing an ecozone to securing PEZA incentives and tax benefits.
Asset Recovery and Judgment Enforcement in the Philippines: How Creditors Collect
Asset recovery in the Philippines starts with a final judgment, then enforcement through the Rules of Court to reach a debtor's real, personal, or corporate assets.
Bases Conversion and Development in the Philippines: How the BCDA Works
Learn how bases conversion and development in the Philippines works under the BCDA, from Republic Act No. 7227's rules to ecozone incentives.
Influencer Marketing Rules in the Philippines: Disclosure and Consumer Law
Influencer marketing rules in the Philippines require clear disclosure of paid promotions under the Consumer Act and the Internet Transactions Act of 2023.
Can a Foreigner Own a Data Center in the Philippines? The Public Services Act Answer
Yes — foreign ownership of a data center in the Philippines is generally allowed because data centers are not classified as public utilities under the Public Services Act.
Outside Counsel Guidelines in the Philippines: A Practical Guide for In-House Teams
Outside counsel guidelines in the Philippines help in-house teams manage legal spend, define engagement terms, and align external lawyers with company policy.
AI Liability in the Philippines: Who Is Liable When AI Causes Harm?
AI liability in the Philippines follows existing Civil Code and Consumer Act rules: fault, negligence, or contract breach must be traced to a person, not the AI.
Marine Insurance Claim in the Philippines: How to File and What the Law Says
Filing a marine insurance claim in the Philippines? Learn the rules on insurable interest, seaworthiness, notice of loss, and how the Insurance Code applies.
FDA Product Registration in the Philippines: What Manufacturers Must File
FDA product registration in the Philippines is required before any health product may be manufactured, imported, sold, or distributed. Here is how it works.
Annual Income Tax Return in the Philippines: Who Files and When
Learn who must file the annual income tax return in the Philippines, the filing deadlines, and key compliance rules under the National Internal Revenue Code.
Legal Separation in the Philippines: Complete Guide to Grounds and Process
Learn the legal grounds for legal separation in the Philippines under the Family Code, plus the court process, effects, and practical steps.
Distance Selling Rights in the Philippines: What Online Buyers Can Do
Distance selling rights in the Philippines cover online orders under the Internet Transactions Act and the Consumer Act. Know your refund and replacement options.
Bank Secrecy Law Philippines: What Foreign Investors Must Know
Understand how the bank secrecy law in the Philippines affects foreign investors, including deposit coverage, exceptions, and foreign currency accounts.
Anti-Dummy Law Enforcement in the Philippines: How Sham Structures Are Prosecuted
Anti-dummy law enforcement in the Philippines targets Filipinos who front for foreigners. Learn how violations are investigated and prosecuted under Philippine law.
Foreign Contractor Construction Philippines: Rules on Doing Construction Work
A foreign contractor in the Philippines must comply with corporation, licensing, and procurement rules before undertaking construction projects. Here is how it works.
Data Center Investment in the Philippines: A Guide for Foreign Operators
Planning data center investment in the Philippines as a foreign operator? Learn how the Public Service Act, as amended, treats data centers and connectivity.
Bringing a Foreign Brand into the Philippines by Franchise: How It Works
Bringing a foreign brand into the Philippines by franchise involves corporate registration, trademark protection, and a technology transfer arrangement. Here is how.
Business Permit Requirements Philippines: A Complete Guide for 2025
Learn the business permit requirements in the Philippines, including local business tax, barangay clearance, and renewal deadlines for new and existing businesses.
Privacy Notice Requirements in the Philippines: What the Data Privacy Act Requires
Privacy notice requirements in the Philippines flow from the Data Privacy Act and its IRR: tell people what data you collect, why, and how their rights work.
Fintech Regulation in the Philippines: BSP Rules and Licensing
Fintech regulation in the Philippines is shaped by BSP rules, the E-Commerce Act, and the Data Privacy Act. Learn the key legal requirements here.
Copyright Registration in the Philippines: How Protection Works Under RA 8293
Copyright registration in the Philippines is optional — protection attaches from creation under RA 8293. Learn how registration and deposit with the IPO work.