Civil Law, Property Law, Obligations and Contracts

Posts focused on Civil Law, Obligations and Contracts in the Philippines

How to Navigate the Small Claims Court: Why Collecting Unpaid Debts in the Philippines is Faster Than You Think

Easily collect unpaid debts in the Philippines using the Small Claims Court. Discover the updated thresholds and simplified process without an attorney.

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How to Draft a Bulletproof Shareholder Agreement: Why Drag-Along and Pre-Emptive Rights Protect Your Startup’s Future

Learn how drag-along rights and pre-emptive rights in a shareholder agreement protect founder control and dilution in Philippine startups.

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How to Register a Master Franchise Agreement with the IPOPHL

Learn IPOPHL trademark license recordal for MFAs and how restraint of trade clause limits under Philippine law affect exclusivity and non-competes.

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How to Draft an Ironclad Joint Venture Agreement

Draft a joint venture agreement with strong intellectual property protection, clear ownership and licenses, and an arbitration clause suited to PH law.

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Protecting Your Child Under the Anti-Bullying Act: Why Schools Can Be Held Liable for Failing to Act

Learn how RA 10627 protects students, what schools must do, and when school liability arises for cyberbullying and failure to act.

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How to Demand a Legal Right of Way: Why Landlocked Property Owners Have the Right to Access Public Roads (Philippines)

Learn how landlocked property owners may demand a legal easement of right of way under the Civil Code, including requisites and indemnity.

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