Can repeated physical violence serve as a legal ground for legal separation?
Yes, suffering from repeated physical violence is a serious marital issue that justifies legal action. It is explicitly recognized as a valid ground to file a formal petition for legal separation. The abusive conduct must be directed against the petitioner, a common child, or a child of the petitioner. This legal remedy against domestic abuse is provided under Article 55 Family Code of the Philippines. “Art. 55. A petition for legal separation may be filed on any of the following grounds: (1) Repeated physical violence or grossly abusive conduct directed against the petitioner, a common child, or a child of the petitioner;” 31-Jul-26About Nicolas and De Vega Law Offices
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