Registration of e-motorcycle operating in a public highway is mandatory
Dear PAO, I have been a delivery rider for almost six months now. I use an e-motorcycle in my deliveries for practical reason since I am not required to register the vehicle. My problem started when a traffic enforcer flagged me down for an alleged traffic violation. The incident happened on a public highway, and […]
Acts constituting unauthorized practice of optometry
Dear PAO, My organization is planning to conduct charity works for the most neglected members of our society, like the elderly. We plan to visit a remote barangay in one municipality, and distribute rice, reading glasses, and other items to senior citizen residents. A pre-evaluation will be conducted by one of our members on the […]
Teaching allowance for public school teachers is not subject to tax
Dear PAO, My niece will teach at a public elementary school in our province this coming school year. This will be her first regular job, and while she is quite excited about her new endeavor, she is concerned about the possible expenses she may incur as a teacher. A barangay official told her that public […]
Illegitimate child’s birth certificate | The Manila Times
Dear PAO, The father of my children executed an affidavit acknowledging his paternity and registered their births without my knowledge and consent. As a result, the birth certificates of my children do not contain my signature. Since we are not married, can I have those birth certificates canceled? Rita Dear Rita, Article 176 of the […]
Heirs are not liable for their parents’ debts
Dear PAO, In 2019, my mother borrowed P500,000, evidenced by a contract of loan. Unfortunately, she died before she could fully pay. She was only able to pay P100,000. She did not leave any property nor any money for us to inherit. The creditor is arguing that my sister and I should pay the remaining […]
Burden of proof when accident is used as defense
Dear PAO, My uncle was deeply asleep on his swing chair outside his house when a creditor arrived to demand payment. Startled and awakened by the victim’s hands that touched him, my uncle, who was a former soldier, instinctively but unconsciously threw a punch to the creditor, which caused the latter to fall to his […]
The importance of autopsy in establishing cause of death when outcome differs from intent
Dear PAO, My brother had a heated argument with our elderly neighbor over the noise from his music room. In the incident, my brother uttered words such as, “Matanda ka na pero hindi ka pa rin marunong makipagkapwa-tao.” Moreover, out of anger due to the relentless and aggressive words coming from the elderly neighbor, my […]
Kasambahay pre-employment requirements | The Manila Times
Dear PAO, I am applying for a job as a kasambahay with a prospective employer. After our initial meeting, I was asked to complete pre-employment requirements, such as a medical certificate, police clearance and birth certificate. However, I am worried because I do not have the money to secure these requirements. Are these documents required? […]
Taxable income of a non-resident Filipino citizen
Dear PAO, My aunt, Shiela, has been a Filipino immigrant living in the United States of America for over 10 years. She is now retired and receives a monthly pension of $2,000. Occasionally, she returns to the Philippines for short stays. Using her pension, she purchased three condominium units in Quezon City, which she is […]
Islamophobia cannot justify noncompliance with Republic Act 9165
Dear PAO, My father, who is the breadwinner of the family, was arrested by the police for allegedly selling dangerous drugs. After the arrest, he was immediately brought to the barangay hall for the marking and inventory of the seized drugs. According to the police, it cannot be done at the place of arrest because […]