Did you know that the Child Safety in Motor Vehicles Act or R.A. 11229 has already been signed into law? Although the provisions of the law have not yet been strictly implemented pending the release and effectivity of its Implementing Rules and Regulations (“IRR”), it pays to know what this law is all about. This …
To Change or Not to Change Your Surname After Marriage
Just got married? Congratulations to the hubby and best wishes to the wifey! Welcome to the club! Now listen… for us women, marriage entails a lot of changes. Just thinking about them right now, I don’t seem to know where to begin. But wait… One of the most obvious and common changes that us women …
Craving for Sweets? Lowcarb Macaroons, Anyone?
I was craving for something sweet when I got home late on a Friday night. Traffic in the metro was horrible, most particularly on a Friday. I was tired, hungry, sleepy and a little grumpy, all at the same time. I had to do something to turn the rest of my day around. Then I …
Collect Debts Faster and Easier by Filing a Small Claims Case
Before I discuss anything, let me greet you all! With all the celebrations and gift-giving we had last Christmas and New Year, a lot of us are delighted and thrilled of all the presents we have given to and received (of course!) from friends, colleagues, relatives and family. Some of you here, however, have to …
What is the Essence of a Contract?
Everybody knows what a contract is. At one point in your life, you have either seen or signed a contract. All of us who are working for a company have signed an employment contract, right? All of you who have businesses have prepared and signed different kinds of contracts, right? For those of you who …
A Letter to my Daughters
To my dear daughters Juliana and Calia, I am writing this inside the plane while flying above the clouds. As I stare at the majestic view outside my window, I cannot help but think of how I miss the two of you… So much that I decided to write this letter for you. First, I …
How to Write an Excuse Letter for School
You have planned a family trip, local or abroad, as early as possible. You have purchased the airline tickets, booked the hotel, finalized the itinerary of your tour and activities (the works!). It is a good thing if you were able to schedule your vacation during school break (Kudos!). But there are times when your …
Ten Things About Notarization in the Philippines
I am sure everyone has heard of the words “notarize”, “notary”, “notaryo”, “notary public”, “notaryo publiko” in your daily grind at work or even in your personal dealings at home. We often see giant placards announcing notarial services available in unexpected places everywhere. But we all know that most, if not all, of these “so-called” …
Is Work-Life Balance Even Possible?
Anyone who has an 8-5 office job, let me ask you a question… Have you ever felt so helpless and sad for being away that long from your loved ones? That precious time you spent at your desk working would have been a treasured moment spent with your husband, daughter, son, mom, dad, sibling, bestfriend, …
My MCLE at ACLEx
Hello, fellow lawyers! It’s Mandatory Continuing Legal Education (MCLE) season once again! Are you done and now fully compliant? Remember!!! Deadline of the 6th compliance period is just around the corner (April 14, 2019). To avoid the rush and prevent the inconveniences brought about by last minute registration on MCLE programs, do it as early …









