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Non-lawyers guide to contracts

More than two thirds of people (68 percent) either don’t read or don’t understand contracts they sign for subscriptions or utilities, according to a survey conducted by the University of Law. Signing or agreeing to contracts without fully understanding the fine print and terms and conditions stated in the agreement can be difficult to challenge if anything goes awry and you want to challenge something in the contract being implemented by the supplier or service provider......»»

Category: financeSource: philstar philstarMay 31st, 2024

FACT CHECK | Self-proclaimed ‘Son of God’ Pastor Apollo Quiboloy indicted in the US in 2021, not 2018

MindaNews fact-checked the claim made by Pastor Apollo Quiboloy, founder of the Kingdom of Jesus Christ, The Name Above Every Name, that he and his lawyers have been waiting for the start of his trial for sex trafficking and other crimes in the United States (US), but that the courts have always postponed it since […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 2nd, 2024

[Rappler Investigates] Sexual harassment by the boss

'One would think that government lawyers would be more aware and mindful of rules that govern ethical behavior in professional settings – more so in public office'.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsFeb 29th, 2024

SC fines PAO chief P180,000 for contempt

The Supreme Court has slapped a fine of P180,000 on Public Attorney’s Office chief Persida Acosta over her statements against the “conflict of interest” provision in the new lawyers’ code of conduct, citing her for indirect contempt and grossly undignified conduct prejudicial to the administration of justice......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 27th, 2024

Thai journalists arrested for news coverage of anarchist graffiti on temple

The two journalists were charged with being accomplices to damaging an historical site and public vandalism, says Thai Lawyers for Human Rights, which is representing the two men.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsFeb 13th, 2024

SMNI appeals Indefinite suspension

Lawyers of Sonshine Media Network International filed a motion for reconsideration yesterday asking the National Telecommunications Commission to reverse its decision to impose an indefinite suspension on the operation of the media network......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 2nd, 2024

How LMA Law founder sees mentoring, guiding people as legacy

Lawyer Ma. Louella “Peaches” Aranas believes that mentoring her law students, the next generation lawyers to being more conscientious in the matter of paying taxes and thereby contributing to nation building is the best legacy she can leave behind. .....»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 17th, 2024

ACLEX celebrates 15 years with quality MCLE seminars

The Asian Center for Legal Excellence celebrated its 15th anniversary of service to the Philippine lawyers’ community with some of the brightest legal minds in attendance at One Shangri-La Place, Mandaluyong City on Jan. 5, 2024.  .....»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 14th, 2024

June 15 a non-working day in Pampanga

June 15 a non-working day in Pampanga.....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsMay 30th, 2024

June 15 declared special non-working day in Angeles

June 15 declared special non-working day in Angeles.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMay 29th, 2024

DBM approves creation of 5K non-teaching positions in DepEd

The Department of Budget and Management has approved the creation of 5,000 new non-teaching positions at the Department of Education with the aim of unburdening teachers from administrative tasks......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 28th, 2024

Marcos accepts credentials of 8 non-resident ambassadors

President Marcos has received the credentials of eight new non-resident ambassadors, expressing hope that the Philippines would forge closer ties with their countries......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 23rd, 2024

Marcos welcomes 8 new non-resident ambassadors-designate

Marcos welcomes 8 new non-resident ambassadors-designate.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMay 23rd, 2024

GSIS non-life insurance premiums hit P3 billion in Q1

State-run pension fund Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) hiked its collection of non-life insurance premiums to P3 billion in the first quarter as more agencies move to secure their assets from eventualities......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 4th, 2024

PRC to licensure examinees: Only 1 non-programmable calculator per examinee allowed

PRC to licensure examinees: Only 1 non-programmable calculator per examinee allowed.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMay 3rd, 2024

AEV seeks to grow non-power businesses

Conglomerate Aboitiz Equity Ventures Inc. (AEV) aims to significantly expand the contribution of its non-power business in the coming years as part of the group’s diversification strategy......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 22nd, 2024

Mayor, Vice guv Uy declared persona non grata for calling IPs ‘tapulan’

A TRIBAL council declared Tagum City Mayor Rey Uy and his son, Davao del Norte Vice Governor Oyo Uy as persona non grata on Wednesday, April 17, after the former discriminated against the indigenous peoples (IP), calling them "tapulan” (lazy)......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 20th, 2024

Pinoys told to postpone non-essential travel to Israel

Alert Level 2 for Israel, advising Filipinos to postpone non-essential travel to Israel, remains, the Department of Foreign Affairs said yesterday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 17th, 2024

Samantha Bernardo marries non-showbiz boyfriend in Cebu beach wedding

Beauty queen and television host Samantha Bernardo is now married to her non-showbiz partner Scott Moore......»»

Category: entertainmentSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 13th, 2024

Samantha Bernardo gikasal sa iyang non-showbiz boyfriend

Gwapa kaayo si Miss Grand International 2020 first runner-up Samantha Bernardo sa adlaw sa iyang pagpakigbinaylo-ay og “I do” sa iyang non-showbiz boyfriend nga si Scott Moore nga dinhi gipahigayon sa Cebu. Ang ilang bongga kaayo nga beach wedding gi-tambungan sa ilang mga pamilya og sa mga kauban ni Samantha nga beauty queens. Sa mga.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 13th, 2024

SEC raises penalties for late, non-filing of reports

SEC raises penalties for late, non-filing of reports.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 8th, 2024