Excluded from absolute community of property

Dear PAO, My mom and dad got married in 2000, but unfortunately, my mom died in 2020. Recently, my dad talked to me and to my siblings, asking for our blessing because he wants to re-marry. I have no issue if he marries again. My only reservation is its possible effect on the properties obtained […]

Effects of legal separation | The Manila Times

Dear PAO, Josh and I got married in 2019. At first, we had a happy marriage. However, when he lost his job during the pandemic, he became an alcoholic and violent. Whenever his demands weren’t met, he would punch, kick, and even hit me with a stool. I researched and discovered that I could file […]

Application for naturalization can be refiled

Dear PAO, I arrived in this country in 2001 as a refugee. I am really interested to acquire Philippine citizenship, so I have been asking about the naturalization process. My friend told me that, as a refugee, my naturalization would be automatically granted. However, an immigration officer informed me that my application might be denied […]

Labor protection for tinderas in sari-sari store

Dear PAO, I am currently employed as a “tindera” in a sari-sari store, and I believe that I was illegally dismissed by my employer. Can I file a complaint against my employer for illegal dismissal? Am I also entitled to money claims like back wages, separation pay, salary differentials and other benefits? Paulene Dear Paulene, […]