Why an affidavit even if a public document is considered hearsay
Dear PAO, I am a private complainant in a criminal case which is still pending. One of my witnesses, who executed an affidavit, can no longer be located despite my earnest efforts to find him. What I know is that the affidavit of my witness, which was already submitted, can still be considered since it […]
How to Avoid Pickpockets and Street Scams When Traveling
Staying aware, keeping your valuables close and employing “layers of security” are among the ways to improve your street savvy. Source link
Land conveyed under CARP Law cannot be sold
Dear PAO, X claims he already owns the land awarded to my uncle under the CARP Law. It appears that my uncle borrowed money from X because, at that time, my aunt was hospitalized. X wanted my uncle’s only property, which was awarded to him in 2015 as a farmer-beneficiary. So, because my uncle needed […]
6 Mountains Where You Can Ski for $100 or Less
The average price of a single-day lift ticket at a destination ski resort in the U.S. is $250, but there are plenty of smaller areas where getting on the slopes is much cheaper. Source link
Special protection of children in motor vehicles
Dear PAO, I have a brother who lives in the province. He has a young son who travels with him every time he drives to visit me and our parents in the city. I am concerned, however, about the safety of my nephew every time they travel in their car. I feel that my nephew […]
6 Warm Winter Getaways That Will Lift Your Spirits
Looking to take a break from the cold without traveling too far or spending too much? Here are some sunny, easy-to-reach places to beat the winter blahs. Source link
Prior physical possession immaterial in unlawful detainer
Dear PAO, Our parents were the first to occupy a parcel of land which was the subject of a dispute. After our parents’ settlement, a distant relative from an island province asked our parents to be temporarily accommodated on a vacant area of the land while they were looking for a place to settle permanently. […]
Follow the Lights to Miami’s Hot New Neighborhoods
Little River and MiMo, both once off travelers’ radar, capture the creative flavor of the city. Source link
Grandparents’ last will and testament executed jointly
Dear PAO, My sister traveled to the United States to arrange the burial of our Filipino grandparents. Among the items she retrieved from their possessions was an old, handwritten last will and testament. The will divided their properties in the Philippines among their children and other descendants. Both Lolo and Lola signed it, and it […]
Fresh Takes on Potato Salad
Plus: festive fashion, a new destination on the Brazilian coast and more from T’s cultural compendium. Source link