Legal Advice on Philippine Law and Jurisprudence

Scholarly articles and posts about Law, Jurisprudence, and Insights on Various Aspects of Philippine laws

The Boundaries of Copyright and Patent Law for Foreign Software Firms in the Philippines

Learn how Philippine copyright law and patent rules apply to foreign software firms, and when code protection differs from invention protection.

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Asserting Moral Rights in Film and Television: Defending Foreign Directors from Unauthorized Content Alteration in the Philippines

Philippine moral rights for foreign directors against unauthorized film edits by local broadcasters—rules, limits, waivers, and enforcement steps.

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Terminating Unauthorized Broadcasts: Issuing Cease and Desist Orders Against Errant Cable Operators in the Philippines

How foreign networks can stop cable piracy in the Philippines using NTC cease and desist orders and IP Code enforcement on communication to the public.

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Drafting Film Co-Production Agreements: Allocating Copyright Ownership Between Foreign and Local Studios (Philippines)

Guide to drafting film co-production agreements in the Philippines: allocate copyright ownership and distribution rights with clear written assignments.

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Preventing Local Productions from Using Confusingly Similar Trademarks and Titles in the Philippines

Philippine law guide for foreign studios on well-known marks, likelihood of confusion, and trademark infringement against confusing local film or series titles.

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