Category Archives: Legal Maxim

The accused can be convicted of simple illegal possession of firearms, provided that “no other crime was committed by the person arrested

Posted on July 26, 2014 by Erineus

                However, as to petitioner’s conviction for illegal possession of firearms, such judgment must be set aside. We find that he can no longer be held liable for such offense since another crime was committed, i.e., rape. D. 1866, as … Continue reading →

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Are Illegitmate children entitled also to death benefit of their father?

Posted on January 26, 2012 by Erineus

As to the issue of who has the better right over the SSS death benefits, Section 8(e) and (k) of R. A. No. 8282[27] is very clear. Hence, we need only apply the law. Under the principles of statutory construction, … Continue reading →

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What do the legal maxims “Animi sermo est” (speech is the index of intention) and “Verba legis non est recedendum” (from the words of a statute there should be no departure) mean?

Posted on January 26, 2012 by Erineus

As to the issue of who has the better right over the SSS death benefits, Section 8(e) and (k) of R. A. No. 8282[27] is very clear. Hence, we need only apply the law. Under the principles of statutory construction, … Continue reading →

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Guidelines for the interpretation and application of Psychological Incapacity

Posted on February 2, 2011 by Erineus

n Molina, the  Court laid down the Guidelines for the interpretation and application of Article 36 of the Family Code of the Philippines Of course, the law recognizes that not all marriages are made in heaven. Imperfect humans more often … Continue reading →

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State policy on the inviolability of marriage has been enshrined in Article 1 of the Family Code , hence, any doubt as to the validity of a marriage is to be resolved in favor of its validity. Semper praesumitur pro matrimonio

Posted on January 29, 2011 by Erineus

At this juncture, it is imperative that the parties be reminded of the State’s policy on marriage. Article XV of the Constitution mandates that: SEC. 1. The State recognizes the Filipino family as the foundation of the  nation. Accordingly, it … Continue reading →

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