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The Law and Public Displays of Wealth
Just recently, a local actress drew flak for commenting on a public official’s wife’s post, calling it out for being “insensitive” in view of the current pandemic. I tried to see it in the local actress’ point of view, who may have a point but didn’t know how to eloquently say it. Maybe what she […]
Libel: When words could hurt Government Officials
Times of calamity, unrest, and pandemic truly test the people’s patience with their elective officials most especially. A scroll on your Facebook page illustrates this point emphatically: Governor vs doctors and doctors vs Governor on ways to prevent Covid-19, the Mayor and the missing chickens (that was quite funny), the participation of businessmen in political […]
My Thoughts on the Anti-Terrorism Bill (HB6875 and SB1083)
The nation is still reeling from the health, economic and other effects of the Covid-19 pandemic, and now we face another major issue that pricks a Filipino’s sentiments, not just because of its possible sweeping effect, but because of its ill-timing. Congress (and the Senate as of this writing) has proposed legislation (a bill) called […]
Caveat Emptor: Buyer Beware!
A brief guide to help you assess what you’re planning to buy, whether personal goods (i.e. motor vehicles, gifts) or real property (i.e. condo, land).
Change of Name in Philippine Law
What’s in a name, goes the Shakespearean play, and it goes on to say that a rose by any other name would smell as sweet. In the Philippine jurisdiction, a name could mean open doors of opportunity, like if your surname is Zobel or Ayala. It could also pave the way for a career in politics, especially if the family name has held favorable elective posts, like Pimentel. On the other hand it could spell trouble – Barretto, anyone?