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BSP Circular 1108 VASP Guidelines: Licensing, Capital, and Compliance Rules
BSP Circular 1108 sets the VASP guidelines in the Philippines, covering licensing, capital, wallet security, and reporting duties for virtual asset firms.
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.
AI Governance in the Philippines: What Organizations Must Put in Place
Building AI governance in the Philippines starts with Data Privacy Act compliance, NPC registration, and security measures for automated processing.
Debt Collection in the Philippines for Foreign Creditors: How to Recover
How can a foreign creditor collect a debt in the Philippines? Learn the legal remedies, security interests, and enforcement options under Philippine law.
Cybersecurity Incident Response in the Philippines: Legal Obligations Under the Data Privacy Act
A cybersecurity incident in the Philippines triggers legal duties under the Data Privacy Act — from containment to breach notification to the National Privacy Commission.
Ship Mortgage Registration in the Philippines: A Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how ship mortgage registration in the Philippines works, from MARINA vessel registration to recording the mortgage and protecting your security interest.
Cybersecurity Program Requirements in the Philippines: What the Law Requires
Understand cybersecurity program requirements in the Philippines under the Cybercrime Prevention Act and the DICT Act, including data retention and corporate duties.
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.
Franchise Financing in the Philippines: Banks, Leases, and Security Arrangements
Franchise financing in the Philippines combines bank loans, equipment leases, and security arrangements governed by the Civil Code and the Revised Corporation Code.
Loan Facility Agreement in the Philippines: Security and Documentation
A loan facility agreement in the Philippines sets the credit terms, while security documents such as mortgages and pledges secure repayment. Here is how it works.
Cybersecurity Law in the Philippines: Compliance and Incident Response
Learn Philippine cybersecurity law compliance under the Cybercrime Prevention Act and Data Privacy Act, including penalties and incident response duties.
Data Privacy Act Compliance Checklist for Philippine Businesses
A practical Data Privacy Act compliance checklist for Philippine businesses covering NPC registration, privacy notices, security measures, and breach reporting.
PAGCOR Security Seal Verification Online: What It Means and Why It Matters
Learn what PAGCOR security seal verification online involves, why the seal matters for gaming sites, and how PAGCOR's regulatory framework protects players.
Good Faith Defense for Security Guards in Illegal Firearm Possession Cases
Supreme Court acquits security guard who relied on Duty Detail Order, ruling good faith is a valid defense in illegal firearm possession cases.
Overtime Rights Security Guard DTRs As Proof Of Extra Hours
Security guards can prove overtime work through DTRs countersigned by the client. A 2024 Supreme Court ruling explains the rules.
Navigating Employment Status: Contract of Service vs Regular Employment in the Philippines
The Supreme Court clarifies when workers in government-owned corporations are contract of service workers, not regular employees entitled to security of tenure.
Constructive Dismissal vs Management Prerogative: Balancing Employee Rights and Business Needs
Philippine Supreme Court clarifies that labor contracts cannot override statutory security of tenure; retrenchment requires proof of actual business losses.
Project vs Regular Employment: Defining Job Security in the Philippines
Understand the Supreme Court's distinction between project and regular employment, and what it means for job security under Philippine labor law.
Neglect of Duty: Sandiganbayan Security Guards Fined for Lost Radio
Sandiganbayan security guards fined for simple neglect of duty after losing a government-issued radio. Learn the rules on accountability.
Constructive Dismissal vs. Just Cause Termination: Key Supreme Court Ruling
The Supreme Court clarifies that constructive dismissal and just cause termination are incompatible, reinforcing due process and security of tenure.
Religious Freedom and SSS Coverage: The Salvation Army Case Explained
The Supreme Court ruled that religious ministers can be SSS-covered employees. Learn how the Court balanced faith and social security law.
Understanding Penalties and Probation: Key Insights From a Landmark Social Security Fraud Case
A Supreme Court ruling clarifies penalties for SSS fraud, probation disqualification, and why courts cannot impose outdated sentences.
Protecting Privacy and Security: Understanding the Writ of Amparo in Philippine Law
The Supreme Court affirms that the writ of amparo protects families of suspected rebels from surveillance, upholding privacy and spousal privileges.
Employer Liability for Unremitted SSS Contributions: Key Lessons from the Supreme Court
The Supreme Court clarifies employer liability for unremitted SSS contributions, damages, and penalties under the Social Security Act.