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Flooding: A Perennial Problem | FAQ with Dr. Lloyd

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Celebrate Italian-Philippine collaboration on advocating travel and the arts at The Manila Times (TMT) forum, titled “Classical culture and tourism: A happy matrimony,” at The Gallery, Grand Hyatt Manila on Thursday, June 6, 2

The Manila Times Forum: Classical Culture and Tourism: A Happy Matrimony

At The Manila Times (TMT) multisectoral sustainability forum 2024, titled “Generating green futures for generations,” learn to meet present needs without sacrificing a green future on April 18. Hosted by TMT Supplements & Special Projects Editor Dafort Villaseran, the event at Seda Manila Bay featur

The Manila Times Forum: Generating green futures for generations

The Manila Times Forum: Environmental, economical generation  The Manila Times (TMT) recently held an energy forum titled “Environmental, economical generation” which tackled reliable, accessible and affordable power. Hosted by TMT Supplements and Special Projects Editor Dafort Villaseran, the event

The Manila Times Forum: Environmental, economical generation

Business Mentor Talks

Gemarie Gamas, proud son of the Mansaka tribe, paints a picture of what his life was growing up helping his father farm in Davao del Norte, how his love for painting was nurtured by a supportive environment, & how he is now living his dream with a newly opened gallery of his own.

A farm boy's brush with life | Business Mentor Talks Part 2

Gemarie Gamas, proud son of the Mansaka tribe, paints a picture of what his life was growing up helping his father farm in Davao del Norte, how his love for painting was nurtured by a supportive environment, and how he is now living his dream with a newly opened gallery of his own.

A farm boy's brush with life | Business Mentor Talks Part 1

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The Young Lady with a Passion for Branding

Mabel's entrepreneurial spirit kicked in, and she founded a blooming business called Clean and Green. And with her siblings managing the business in Manila, Clean and Green is thriving and expanding its reach to Visayas and the rest of Metro Manila.

US-based Filipina finds fruition in frustration

In 1996, the idea of BINALOT was born – a Filipino fast food concept that embraces the tradition of serving food wrapped in banana leaves and promotes environmental sustainability by reducing the use of disposable packaging.

The entrepreneur whose idea of fastfood grew from banana leaves

In a world where voices are often overlooked, there exists a visionary who has revolutionized the power of vocal expression to promote social relevance—a groundbreaking initiative that has transformed how voices can be used as a compelling tool for societal impact.

Meet the 'voice'  behind Creative Voices Certified

Noel Barquera, a highly experienced Safety Officer with a remarkable 22-year career in the GeoThermal industry, made a life-changing decision driven by an unexpected source of motivation – his deep affection for his wife Celeste.

Safety officer gives up stellar career for wife

This is why with determination and passion, he pursued several jobs till he found his HAPPY LIFE as an entrepreneur, spreading goodness to everyone too.

Nurse turns entrepreneur discovers 'Happy Life'

When Kernan and Louraine started TECHSUPPORT and  IMPEXTIC Logistics, the challenges that faced them were daunting, the biggest of which was Covid-19.

Success behind two start-ups

Dear PAO

My neighbor borrowed a considerable amount of money from me. When he failed to pay, I sought the assistance of our barangay captain to settle the matter. Unfortunately, my neighbor still failed to pay me. I shared my problem with an officemate who told me that my case is covered by a rule called “Sm

Dear PAO: Small Claims Procedure

I cannot locate my Torrens title despite my exhaustive effort to find the same. One (1) year have already elapsed so I am now contemplating to file an appropriate case for the issuance of another copy of said title. May I know the requirements for this process? Is the execution of an affidavit of lo

Dear PAO: Requirements for reissuance of lost title

My brother recently purchased an electric bike that he uses in commuting to and from work. As far as I know, he does not have a driver’s license to operate his electric bike nor is his electric bike registered. He argues that he does not need a license or registration for this since the top speed of

Dear PAO: Rule on use of electric bikes

My wife is having an affair with the brother of her officemate. I received several pictures and video clips of my wife with her other man. They have been going out for three (3) months now. Can I file an adultery case against the brother of my wife’s officemate without including my wife in the compl

Dear PAO: What is the Crime of Adultery?

My brother is renting a dormitory in Manila for Nine Thousand Pesos (P9,000.00) a month based on a lease contract for two years. Unfortunately, he failed to pay his rent for two months and was threatened to be ejected by his landlord. He was likewise informed that the lessor intends to use the dorm 

Dear PAO: Ejectment from a leased dormitory

My father had a misunderstanding with his employer over some lost office items, but he was able to sort it out because his co-workers attested that those items were not lost but were, in fact, not delivered to their company by their supplier. Despite my father having sorted out what seemed to be a m

Dear PAO: Filing malicious prosecution where the complaint was dismissed by the fiscal

My friend offered me to buy her property for a considerable amount but I told her that I did not have enough money to buy it. Thus, she gave me two years to raise the necessary funds so I could buy the property. After one year, I asked her if I could already buy her property but she told me that she

Dear PAO: A mere offer, not a binding option contract

My car was impounded by the police when it was flagged down for allegedly disregarding traffic signs. I presented my OR/CR, deed of absolute sale and other papers to prove my ownership but the police still claimed that the car was stolen. What will be my legal remedy to recover the car?

Dear PAO: Replevin as remedy for illegally impounded vehicle

I have been leasing a townhouse for a year now. I informed the lessor that the drainage in the kitchen sink was not working. The clogged drainage causes a puddle of water to form whenever we wash the dishes. We also need to put a large pail below the sink to catch the leaking water. Despite this, th

Dear PAO: When the lessee has the option to suspend the payment of rent

My cousin introduced himself as the owner of a condominium unit located in Makati City and sold to me the said property. I already paid in full the Php 6.8 million purchase price last year. However, my cousin failed to deliver the certificate of title and the keys of the condominium unit despite sev

Dear PAO: False pretenses constitute estafa

My best friend mortgaged her land to Abusado because she is in dire need of money for her daughter’s kidney transplant. She signed a contract and was made to agree that if she fails to pay the loan in 12 months, the ownership of her land will be automatically forfeited in Abusado’s favor. Can she de

Dear PAO: Understanding “pactum commissorium”

Jun is unable to pay his loan from me because he has no work. I told him to to sell one of his lands and use the proceeds to pay me. However, he claimed that all of his lands were already transferred to his estranged wife. I have a suspicion that he transferred his properties to his wife so that I c

Dear PAO: Transfer of property between the spouses is prohibited

I heard from the television that a portion of my estate is reserved for compulsory heirs, my wife included. Are there instances where I can exclude my wife from getting her inheritance from my estate? If yes, how do I make it legally possible?

Dear PAO: Disinheritance of spouse

The construction company where I was working as steel man claimed that I was a project employee and my services could be terminated after every project. I have been working with them continuously for three (3) years. Recently, my boss told me not to report anymore as the project was already finished

Dear PAO: Effect of failure to report termination report with the DOLE

My driver was caught throwing cigarette butts on the sidewalk and was accosted by a personnel of the Metro Manila Development Authority (MMDA) who introduced himself as an environmental enforcer. Subsequently, he was charged for violation of Republic Act (R.A.) No. 9003. Is the filing of a criminal 

Dear PAO: Criminal case for improper waste disposal

My employer is implicating me in a certain offense which I allegedly committed against the corporation. I believe that I will eventually be dismissed so I am contemplating whether to resign and file a complaint later for illegal dismissal. Please enlighten me on the matter.

Dear PAO: Resignation will render the complaint for illegal dismissal without basis

I am the only acknowledged natural child of my father. My parents were not yet married at the time I was born and they died before their wedding. Since then, my paternal grandparents took care of me. After battling cancer for several years, my paternal grandfather died. He did not leave a will. Henc

Dear PAO: Nonmarital children can inherit from their grandparents by right of representation

My youngest son had been saving up for a bicycle that he intends to use in training and traveling with his friends. He opened his piggy bank last week and we found out that his total savings for two years were Ten Thousand Nine Hundred Pesos (P10,900.00). His savings were composed of coins amounting

Dear PAO: Certain amounts for coins to be considered as legal tender

Is there a crime called malversation? If there is any, can it be committed through negligence? I am curious to know because of the circulating rumors in our town about missing public funds allegedly due to the carelessness of several local officials.

Dear PAO: The Crime of Malversation

I was sued by the heirs of Don to recover the possession of a portion of their registered land. I was in possession of this land but Don included it in his application for title in 1986. Would the case be dismissed if I am going to raise fraud in the procurement of Don’s title? Please enlighten me.

Dear PAO: Collateral attack on title not allowed

My sister executed and delivered a promissory note to one of her creditors where she undertook to pay her loan amounting to Php500,000.00 within three (3) months. Her creditor prepared a surety agreement and made me sign the same as a security for the payment of the loan before releasing the money. 

Dear PAO: Liability of a surety

My uncle was a boat builder and repairman in Hawaii. When he returned to the Philippines, he established a small boat repair shop for the local fishermen in Batangas. Someone advised him that he needs to register his business with the Maritime Industry Authority (MIA). Considering the nature of the 

Dear PAO: Required permit for boat builders

My family is interested to buy a house from a condominium developer. I am specifically looking for a property with designated smoking areas so that my family can be safe from the harmful exposures of tobacco smokes. I want to know if there is a law which requires the establishment of a designated sm

Dear PAO: Standards for Designated Smoking Area

My sister got married last year in the USA. Unfortunately, after only a couple of months, she learned that my brother-in-law has a mistress whom he lives with in another State whenever my sister has weeks long duty at work. My sister is thinking of going back home here in the Philippines because she

Dear PAO: Principle of territoriality under the Revised Penal Code

I bought a lot in Parañaque City. However, I noticed that it had no adequate outlet to the public highway. Thus, I filed a case in court to compel my neighbor to grant me a right of way. The court decided in my favor but it ordered me to pay him as an indemnity for the use of his lot. If I pay my ne

Dear PAO: Effect of payment of indemnity for right of way

Are there instances that my data as credit card holder may be disclosed? Thank you.

Dear PAO: Confidentiality of data of credit card holders

My sister was arrested for allegedly possessing shabu (methamphetamine hydrochloride). She was apprehended without a warrant of arrest and is now detained in one of the police community prescints in Parañaque City. Can a person be appreherended without a warrant?

Dear PAO: When does apprehension without warrant become valid?

I graduated from one of the state universities here in Metro Manila. I am now actively looking for a job but I have no extra money for processing my pre-employment requirements because I still have three siblings who are studying. Is there a way for me to secure my pre-employment requirements for fr

Dear PAO: Benefits of first time job seekers under Republic Act No. 11261

I intend to apply for the registration of the land I have been occupying for thirty-two (32) years now. Jose told me to ascertain whether the land was alienable from the inception of my occupation, otherwise my application would be denied. Is Jose correct? In the first place, is it important to dete

Dear PAO: Classification of land is important for registration

My wife and I have been residing in a small house that was built by my mother-in-law on a land owned by her best friend. The latter even executed a document for the use of her land by my mother-in-law for the time being. Unfortunately, my mother-in-law passed away a few months ago and her best frien

Dear PAO: Death extinguishes usufruct

My driver uses his mobile phone even while driving. If he would continue doing the said act, would he be violating any law?

Dear PAO: Prohibited activities while driving

My husband was prosecuted for the crime of robbery. On the day of the promulgation of judgment, he failed to attend because he was inflicted with COVID-19. Will there be any legal implication when an accused failed to appear on the date of the promulgation of judgment? I hope that you can enlighten 

Dear PAO: Failure to appear on the date of the promulgation of judgment

My friend secured a loan from my cousin last year on the condition that I will guarantee it. I agreed and signed their contract as a guarantor since my friend was in dire need of money. I thought that my friend had already paid the loan but it turned out that it was still unsettled up to now. Will I

Dear PAO: Condonation of guaranteed loan

There had been a series of robbery incidents in our community. We reported the matter to the barangay and the police for which a conference was held to gather information regarding the culprit. All accounts of the witnesses point to one of our neighbors. Incidentally, his father attended the confere

Dear PAO: Liability for destroying evidence to conceal crime

I am a government employee. I challenged the order reassigning me to another office because I believed that the said order was void. Should I follow the said order while my appeal is pending or just ignore it? What would be my liability should I ignore the order?

Dear PAO: Refusal to comply with order of reassignment

I registered my claim in 1995 on the certificate of title covering a land which I believe was fraudulently registered in the name of my half-brother. Unfortunately, I also found out that the property was mortgaged to LC in 1992. When my half-brother failed to pay his debt, LC foreclosed the mortgage

Dear PAO: Auction sale retroacts from the date of registration of mortgage

My brother who is a doctor is being threatened with prosecution for allegedly issuing a false medical certificate. From the story of my informant, the same took place for quite a long time already —that is, six and a half years ago. Assuming that my brother did in fact issue a false medical certific