G.R. No. 109144. August 19, 1994. Syllabus:The result of a blood grouping test may not be admissible if it conflicts with substantial oral testimonies. It only shows that the alleged father or…
Author: Bryan Villarosa
Republic vs. Labrador Digest
Facts Labrador filed to have the name appearing on the birth certificate of Sarah Zita Cañon Erasmo changed from “Sarah Zita Erasmo” to “Sarah Zita Canon” and that the name of Sarah…
Chua Keng Giap vs TAC
When the mother herself denies someone as her son, no one else, even the Supreme Court, can question that. It is only her who knows if that person came out from her…
Macadangdang vs. CA and Mejias Digest
The legitimacy of children must not be left at the mercy of the passions, jealousy or anger of their parents. Facts Respondent Elizabeth Mejias was married to Crispin Anahaw but had sexual…
Janice Marie Jao vs. CA (1987)
Topics: DNA Testing, Paternity Test Facts Petitioner, represented by her mother Arlene Salgado, filed a case for recognition and support against Perico V. Jao. Perico denied the paternity so they agreed to…
Andal vs. Macaraig Digest
G.R. No. L-2474. May 30, 1951 Facts Petitioner Mariano Andal filed for recovery of the ownership and possession of a parcel of land in Camarines Sur on the ground that he is…
Liyao vs. Liyao Digest
G.R. No. 138961. March 7, 2002 Facts William Liyao Jr. filed an action for compulsory recognition as the illegitimate son of William Liyao. Corazon, the mother of Liyao Jr. allegedly cohabited with…
Semper Praesumitur Pro Matrimonio
means “the law always presume marriage”. Semper = “always”; Praesumitur = presume; pro matrimony = “for marriage” In Perido vs. Perido, the children of Lucio Perido and Marcelina are presumed to be…
Perido vs Perido Digest
G.R. No. L-28248. March 12, 1975Under the topic: Kinds of Filiation Facts The petitioners were the heirs of the late Lucio Perido by his first marriage with Benita Talorong. They insist, among…
Persons and Family Relations Quiz
Persons is a sub-topic under the Civil Code, particularly that of the Family Code. This is usually taken during the first year of law school.