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Caveat Emptor

the purchaser acquires no higher or better right that the seller.

Biased Witness

when his relation to the cause or to the parties is such that he has an incentive to exaggerate or give false color to his statements, or to suppress or to pervert

Criminal Negligence

Imprudence is an act of carelessness (reckless imprudence) which, had it been intentional, would otherwise constitute a felony (Article 365 of RPC): If grave felony: Arresto mayor max to prision correccional medium

Circumstantial Evidence

evidence that “indirectly proves a fact in issue through an inference which the fact-finder draws from the evidence established. Resort thereto is essential when the lack of direct testimony would result in

Conspiracy

Agreed and decided to commit. Conspiracy exists when two or more persons come to an agreement concern the commission of a felony and decide to commit it. Article 8 of the Revised Penal

Arson

Simple arson under section 1 of PD1613 with a punishment of prision mayor. Destructive arson under the new Article 320 of RPC as restored by RA 7659 (Sourced from destructive arson under section 2 of PD 1613 and Section

Ultimate Guide to Life Insurance

When it comes to protecting your family from economic uncertainties and helping them pursue their dreams, choosing the right Philippine life insurance is the most important decision you’ll ever make. How does

Inspirational Quotes from Cases 1

The highest court of the land does not all the time speak in highfalutin legalese words but sometimes speaks in languages that are highly-relatable to the most ordinary man, endearing, spiritual, and

Lopez vs. Orosa Digest

“Material Man’s Lien Does Not Extend to Land” Petitioner FILED a petition against defendants on the grounds that as a creditor/material man of the building, he has the superior lien to both

UP vs. delos Angeles Digest

“Resorting to Court Not Needed for Rescission” Parties: UNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES, petitioner, vs. WALFRIDO DE LOS ANGELES, in his capacity as JUDGE of the COURT OF FIRST INSTANCE IN QUEZON CITY,

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