Yes. In the case of Alvarez vs. Ramirez, the husband and wife no longer have domestic harmony between them. They no longer have peace and tranquility for 6 months. Subsequently, the husband…
Testimonial Evidence in the Philippines
Who are qualified to be witnesses? Any person who can perceive, and perceiving, and can make known their perception to others. (Rule 130 Sec. 21) Three qualifications: What grounds are not qualified…
Judicial Affidavit Rule in the Philippines
As substantiated in A.M. No. 12-8-8-SC What is judicial affidavit rule? Is a rule or system introduced by the Supreme Court to reduce the time used for presenting the testimonies of witnesses,…
Original Document Rule in the Philippines
Rule 130 Sec. 3 What is the “best evidence rule” in the Philippines? This is the former name for what is now called as “Original Document Rule” as embodied under Rule 130…
Labor Relations
Labor relations are the interactions between employers and employees or their representatives and the procedure by which labor standards are negotiated, adjusted, and enforced. What are the goals and policies of labor…
Jurisdiction of Labor Arbiters and NLRC
In case there are issues between employers and employees, who has the power to hear and decide (jurisdiction) such issues? It is the Labor Arbiter under the NLRC. What is a labor…
Labor Union in the Philippines
A labor union is any organization in the private sector that exists for collective bargaining, other legitimate purposes or dealing with employers concerning the terms and conditions of employment. (Art. 219(g), Labor…
Sexual Harassment Law in the Philippines
Being sexually taken advantage of, especially if one needs income or education, is a traumatic and painful experience that one will experience. In your effort to survive in this harsh world, note…
Probable Cause
Probable cause is the existence of facts and circumstances that engenders a well-founded belief that a crime is more likely than not committed, that the respondent is probably guilty and should be…
Portuguez vs. GSIS (2007)
Doctrines Facts The petitioner, Ricardo Portuguez, alleged that he was discriminated against by the GSIS Family Bank in terms of payment of salary and grant of benefits and allowances. He claimed that…
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