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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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Power Wheeling and Open Access in the Philippines: A Guide for Industrial Customers
Power wheeling and open access in the Philippines let large electricity users choose their supplier and use transmission or distribution wires for a regulated fee.
Multi-Unit Franchising in the Philippines: Development Schedules and Defaults
Multi-unit franchising in the Philippines lets one franchisee open several outlets under a development schedule. Learn how rights, deadlines, and defaults work.
Customs Post-Clearance Audit in the Philippines: How the BOC Checks Imports
A customs post-clearance audit in the Philippines lets the Bureau of Customs verify goods declarations after release. Learn how importers should prepare and respond.
Franchise Renewal in the Philippines: Rights, Fees, and Refusal
Franchise renewal in the Philippines depends on your contract, not a single statute. Learn how Philippine law treats renewal terms, fees, and refusal.
Online Lending Platform Registration in the Philippines: SEC Rules for Lending Companies
Online lending platform registration in the Philippines requires SEC authority to operate. Learn the corporate, capital, and citizenship rules under RA 9474.
Commercial Litigation in the Philippines: Timeline and Realistic Expectations for Foreign Companies
Understand the commercial litigation timeline in the Philippines for foreign companies, from filing to appeal, and what realistically affects how long a case takes.
Right of Way for Fiber in the Philippines: How Telecommunications Franchises Work
Right of way for fiber in the Philippines starts with a telecommunications franchise and NTC approval. Here is how the legal framework applies to fiber builds.
Franchise Royalty Tax in the Philippines: What Franchisees and Franchisors Should Know
Understand how franchise royalty payments are treated for Philippine tax purposes, including VAT on service income and withholding rules.
Redundancy and Restructuring in the Philippines: Legal Requirements Employers Must Meet
Redundancy and restructuring in the Philippines require specific legal grounds, notice, and fair separation pay under the Labor Code. Here is what employers must know.
How Digital Assets Are Taxed in the Philippines: What Investors Must Know
Confused about the digital assets tax in the Philippines? Learn how Philippine tax rules may apply to crypto gains, income, and investment schemes.
VASP License Philippines Requirements: How to Get a BSP Certificate of Authority
VASP license Philippines requirements explained: secure a BSP Certificate of Authority as a money service business, meet capital rules, and comply with Circular 1108.
FIRB Approval of Tax Incentives in the Philippines: How Registered Enterprises Qualify
FIRB approval of tax incentives in the Philippines depends on registration with an Investment Promotion Agency and the scope of the approved project under the SIPP.
PIGO Licence in the Philippines: How PAGCOR's Remote Gaming Licence Works
A PIGO licence is a PAGCOR Gaming License that lets an operator run online gaming through an accredited remote gaming platform in the Philippines.
Manning Agency License Philippines: DMW Requirements and How to Apply
A manning agency license in the Philippines is issued by the DMW Secretary to recruit and place seafarers. Here is what the law requires and how the process works.
Enhanced Deductions Regime Philippines: The 20% Corporate Income Tax Explained
The enhanced deductions regime lets registered business enterprises pay a 20% corporate income tax while claiming extra deductions under the CREATE MORE Act.
Employee Data Retention in the Philippines: How Long Can Employers Keep Records
Employee data retention in the Philippines follows the Data Privacy Act rule that personal data must not be kept longer than necessary for its purpose.
Employee Monitoring in the Philippines: Data Privacy Rules Employers Must Follow
Employee monitoring in the Philippines is governed by the Data Privacy Act of 2012 and its IRR, which require transparency, legitimate purpose, and proportionality.
Court of Tax Appeals Appeal Procedure in the Philippines: Step-by-Step Guide
How to appeal to the Court of Tax Appeals in the Philippines: who may appeal, the 30-day deadline, the petition for review, and CTA en banc review.
Seafarer Employment Contract in the Philippines: Key Terms and Rules
What terms must a seafarer employment contract in the Philippines contain? Learn the DMW rules on Department-approved contracts, manning agencies, and more.
Warehousing Contract Philippines: Rules for Storage and Logistics
A warehousing contract in the Philippines governs the storage and handling of goods. Learn the rules, obligations, and risks under Philippine law.
Franchise Trademark License in the Philippines: How It Works Under the IP Code
A franchise trademark license in the Philippines is a technology transfer arrangement registrable with the IPO. Learn how the IP Code governs it.
CBA Deadlock and Voluntary Arbitration in the Philippines
How a CBA deadlock is resolved through voluntary arbitration in the Philippines, and what the Labor Code and its rules require of employers and unions.
Retail Trade Liberalization Act Philippines: Foreign Ownership Rules Explained
The Retail Trade Liberalization Act of 2000 governs foreign ownership in Philippine retail. Learn the capital categories, qualifications, and rules for foreign retailers.
Enforcing a Contract in the Philippines as a Foreign Company: What You Need to Know
How a foreign company can enforce a contract in the Philippines: jurisdiction, the governing law rule under the Civil Code, and the practical steps to take.