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Data Breach Notification in the Philippines: The 72-Hour Rule
Learn the 72-hour data breach notification rule in the Philippines under the Data Privacy Act, including who must notify, what to report, and penalties.
DICT Data Center Regulations in the Philippines: What R.A. 10844 Says
What DICT rules apply to data centers and cloud infrastructure in the Philippines? Learn the DICT's mandate over ICT infrastructure and critical systems.
Import Permit Requirements in the Philippines: When You Need One
Import permit requirements in the Philippines depend on whether your goods are free, regulated, or prohibited under the CMTA. Here is how to check.
Court-Annexed Mediation in the Philippines: How It Works Under RA 9285
Court-annexed mediation in the Philippines lets a court-referred mediator help parties settle before trial. Learn how it works under RA 9285.
Independent Contractor Classification Philippines: Risks for Employers
Misclassifying a worker as an independent contractor in the Philippines exposes employers to labor claims, back benefits, and liability. Learn the risks.
Anti-Competitive Agreements in the Philippines: Competition Law Explained
Learn how Philippine competition law prohibits anti-competitive agreements under Republic Act No. 10667, the powers of the PCC, and the penalties involved.
Pawnshop Registration Philippines: Requirements and Rules Under the SRC
Pawnshop registration in the Philippines requires SEC registration and a permit to sell securities. Learn the requirements and the risks of operating without one.
Telecommunications Franchise in the Philippines: Requirements and How to Obtain One
Need a telecommunications franchise in the Philippines? Learn the requirements, the congressional franchise process, and the NTC permits you must secure.
SEC Registration in the Philippines: Requirements, Steps, and Fees
Learn the SEC registration requirements in the Philippines, the steps to incorporate, and what documents you need under the Revised Corporation Code.
PAGCOR Accreditation for Data Streaming Providers: Requirements and Process
How data streaming providers secure PAGCOR accreditation: eligibility, documentary requirements, fees, timelines, and compliance duties under the DSP framework.
Plant Closure Requirements in the Philippines: A Guide for Employers
Understand plant closure requirements in the Philippines, including the Labor Code rules on retrenchment, notice periods, and separation pay for workers.
Arbitration in the Philippines When a Chinese Party Is Involved: Rules and Steps
How arbitration in the Philippines works when one party is Chinese, from the arbitration agreement to recognition and enforcement of the award.
Bouncing Checks in the Philippines: Criminal Liability Under B.P. 22
Learn what B.P. 22 says about bouncing checks in the Philippines, the penalties for issuing worthless checks, and how complainants can file a criminal case.
Foreign Ownership of a Philippine Retail Business: Rules and Capital Thresholds
Foreign ownership of a Philippine retail business is governed by the Retail Trade Liberalization Act, which sets minimum paid-up capital and qualifications.
Removal of Corporate Officers and Directors in the Philippines: Legal Grounds and Process
Learn the legal process for removing corporate officers and directors in the Philippines under the Revised Corporation Code, including grounds and voting requirements.
BIR Letter of Authority Audit in the Philippines: Your Rights and First 30 Days
Received a BIR Letter of Authority? Learn your rights, the Single-Instance Audit Framework, and the steps to take in the first 30 days of a tax audit.
Child Support in the Philippines: Who Pays and How Much
Learn how child support works in the Philippines, who is required to pay, and how courts determine the amount.
How to Dissolve a Corporation in the Philippines: Voluntary and Involuntary Paths
Learn how to dissolve a corporation in the Philippines under the Revised Corporation Code, including voluntary dissolution and involuntary revocation.
Closing a Philippine Subsidiary: Legal Steps for a Foreign Parent's Exit
Closing a Philippine subsidiary? Learn the Revised Corporation Code rules on dissolution, from board and stockholder approval to SEC filing and tax clearance.
Regional Headquarters and ROHQ in the Philippines: A Guide for Foreign Groups
How a foreign group sets up a regional headquarters or ROHQ in the Philippines: SEC licensing, BOI endorsement, capital remittance, and tax rules.
Public-Private Partnership Philippines: Guide for Foreign Investors
How can a foreign investor join a public-private partnership in the Philippines? Learn who may bid under the PPP Code and RA 7718 rules.
Distribution Agreements in the Philippines: A Guide for Foreign Suppliers
Planning a distribution agreement in the Philippines? Learn how foreign suppliers appoint Philippine distributors, what the law requires, and key contract terms.
Environmental Permits for an Industrial Project in the Philippines: A DENR Guide
Learn the DENR environmental permits an industrial project in the Philippines needs, from the ECC under P.D. 1586 to air and water discharge permits.
Managing a Litigation Portfolio in the Philippines: A Practical Guide for Companies
Learn how Philippine companies manage a litigation portfolio, from early case assessment to arbitration, mediation, and settlement under RA 9285.