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Colocation SLA in the Philippines: What to Contract For
A colocation SLA in the Philippines should cover power, cooling, uptime, security, and support. Here is what to contract for and which rules apply.
How to Exit a Franchise Agreement in the Philippines: Termination and Buy-Out
Exiting a franchise agreement in the Philippines means honoring the contract's exit clauses, settling post-termination duties, and protecting licensed marks.
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.
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.
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.
Franchise Agreement in the Philippines: What the Contract Must Cover
A franchise agreement in the Philippines sets the rules for using a brand and system. Learn the key terms, IP licences, and corporate rules involved.
Building a Contract Playbook for a Philippine In-House Legal Team
Learn how to build a contract playbook for a Philippine in-house legal team, covering fallback clauses, approval limits, and Civil Code rules.
Contract Growing Agreement Philippines: Rules for Growers and Companies
A contract growing agreement in the Philippines lets a company supply inputs and buy your harvest. Learn how the law treats these grower and service contracts.
Blacklisting of Government Contractors in the Philippines: Causes and Defenses
Blacklisting bars a contractor and its affiliates from all government procurement. Learn how the penalty works under the IRR of RA 12009 and how to respond.
Shipbuilding and Repair Contracts in the Philippines: Key Protections
Understand shipbuilding and ship repair contracts in the Philippines under Republic Act No. 9295, from MARINA accreditation to VAT incentives and vessel import rules.
Employment Contract Philippines Foreign Employer: Rules Filipino Workers Must Know
An employment contract in the Philippines with a foreign employer must follow Philippine labor rules on recruitment, wages, and deployment. Here is how.
Expatriate Secondment in the Philippines: Contracts and Compliance Rules
Planning an expatriate secondment in the Philippines? Learn the employment permit, contract, and compliance rules under the Labor Code and its IRR.
Colocation Agreements in the Philippines: Key Terms and Risk Allocation
A colocation agreement in the Philippines is a services contract, not a lease of real property. Learn the key terms, regulatory limits, and risk allocation rules.
SaaS Agreements in the Philippines: Key Clauses for Buyers and Vendors
Understand SaaS agreement Philippines rules: how the Electronic Commerce Act validates cloud contracts, e-signatures, and service provider liability.
Non-Compete Clause Philippines: Enforceability and Rules for Employees
Is a non-compete clause in the Philippines enforceable? Learn the rules on non-compete and non-solicitation clauses under Philippine law and contracts.
Ship Repair Contract Philippines: Rules for Shipyards and Vessel Owners
A ship repair contract in the Philippines is governed by Republic Act No. 9295, which defines ship repair and regulates MARINA-registered ship repairers.
Franchise Quality Control in the Philippines: How Franchisors Enforce System Standards
Franchise quality control in the Philippines rests on contract and IP law. Learn how franchisors protect their system standards and marks under RA 8293.
Franchise Transfer in the Philippines: Consent, Requirements, and Process
Learn how franchise transfer works in the Philippines, including the consent requirement, contract restrictions, and the corporate approvals needed to assign rights.
Corporate Legal Retainer in the Philippines: What Coverage Should Include
A corporate legal retainer in the Philippines gives companies ongoing counsel for governance, contracts, and compliance. Learn how to structure coverage.
Government Bidding Process in the Philippines: A Step-by-Step Guide
Learn the government bidding process in the Philippines under the New Government Procurement Act, from procurement planning to contract award.
Labor-Only Contracting in the Philippines: Rules, Risks, and Compliance
Labor-only contracting in the Philippines is prohibited. Learn how the Labor Code treats it, the risks employers face, and how to structure compliant arrangements.
Selling Technology to the Philippine Government: Procurement Basics
Selling technology to the Philippine government? Learn how procurement rules under RA 12009 govern eligibility, bidding, and contracts with agencies.
Bid Security and Performance Security in Philippine Government Contracts
Understand bid security and performance security in Philippine government procurement under RA 12009 and its IRR, including their purpose and key rules.