Constructive dismissal | The Manila Times
Dear PAO, In our office, I was caught by our security taking home office supplies and reported to my manager. My manager informed me that I had to resign or else I would be subjected to an investigation that could potentially result in my termination and the filing of criminal charges. Given the severity of […]
Pardon of principal penalty does not automatically include accessory penalties
Dear PAO, Tino was a politician in our province, and he committed a crime against my brother, resulting in his imprisonment (reclusion perpetua). Many years have passed since I last heard any information about him. Recently, his father, the incumbent mayor, claimed that he is retiring soon and his son will replace him because he […]
Testimonial evidence allowed to prove loss of earning capacity
Dear PAO,My wife was fatally hit by a fast-moving motorbike rider while she was crossing the street. She passed away in the hospital due to the horrific injuries she sustained. I am seeking damages for the loss of her future earnings because she was our family’s main provider. However, important records that could support my […]
The Registered Owner Rule | The Manila Times
Dear PAO, I was crossing an intersection when another car on the other side hit the left portion of my vehicle. The traffic patrol officer of a nearby mall told us that the driver of the other car was at fault for trying to beat the red light. However, I later discovered that the driver […]
Responsible corporate officer’s solidary liability in cases of illegal dismissal
Dear PAO, Are the individual corporate officers equally liable with the employer corporation for illegal dismissal cases? Giezette Dear Giezette, The answer to your query depends on whether a director or officer willfully and knowingly voted for or assented to a patently unlawful acts of the corporation in illegally dismissing an employee or is guilty […]
The Anti-Financial Account Scamming law
Dear PAO, I am a senior citizen who recently contracted an auto loan from a bank in Makati City. The account related to my auto loan was enrolled in an auto-debit arrangement. Just two months after my auto loan was perfected, an anonymous caller reached out to me and introduced himself as an employee of […]
Properties of spouses under a void marriage are governed by rules on co-ownership
Dear PAO, I have been married for 10 years now. My husband and I have gone through several challenging moments during our time together. I have always been on the receiving end; if not for my love for him, I would have separated from him even during the early years of our marriage. However, his […]
Donation is not valid if it takes effect upon the death of the donor
Dear PAO, A year after my mother passed away in 2022, my siblings and I found out that she executed a typewritten private instrument, donating one of her farm lots to her friend. The document stated that, in consideration of their true and long friendship, my mother decided to transfer and convey the said farm […]
Guarantor’s rights and obligations | The Manila Times
Dear PAO, I am currently burdened with numerous bills, so I am contemplating obtaining a loan from my officemate’s lending business, payable at a certain date. I have a house and lot, and I am considering constituting it as a real estate mortgage to serve as collateral for the payment of my loan. Upon learning […]
Twin notice rule in terminating an employee
Dear PAO, For several months, I noticed a discrepancy in our inventory and store sales. This prompted me to install a CCTV in my store. While reviewing the CCTV footage, I noticed one of my employees entering the store premises at night, taking several boxes from our supply section. Because of my dismay, I immediately […]