Law Blogs

DTI and DOF impose 30-day grace period for payment of rents and loans

To provide economic relief during the COVID-19 crisis, DTI and DOF have imposed a mandatory 30-day grace period for payment of (a) residential rent; (b) commercial rent by MSMEs; and (c) loans.

DOLE allows deferment and exemption from payment of holiday pay for April holidays

DOLE issues guidelines for (a) deferment and exemption from payment of holiday pay for the April 2020 holidays; and (b) probationary period during the enhanced community quarantine.

SEC issues guidelines for filing of GIS and extends deadline for filing of AFS

SEC extends deadline for corporations to file their GIS and AFS in light of COVID-19 and the community quarantine. 

BIR extends deadline for filing of ITR and other tax returns

The BIR extends the deadline for filing of Annual Income Tax Returns to 15 May 2020 and other documents in light of the enhanced community quarantine

DOLE grants Php 5,000.00 assistance to workers affected by COVID-19

DOLE issues Guidelines on Implementing the COVID-19 Adjustment Measures Program (“CAMP”) for giving Php 5,000.00 cash assistance to workers affected by COVID-19

Employee Resignation and Final Pay in the Philippines (2026 Guide for SMEs)

Learn the rules on employee resignation, final pay, and labor compliance in the Philippines to help SMEs avoid disputes and costly mistakes.

Small Claims Court in the Philippines (2026 Guide): How to Recover Unpaid Debts

Learn how individuals and SMEs in the Philippines can recover unpaid debts through Small Claims Court.

Cyber Libel and Defamation in the Philippines: A Practical Legal Guide for Individuals and SMEs

Learn what cyber libel is under Philippine law and how social media posts, online complaints, and defamatory statements can create legal risks for individuals and SMEs.

Online Scams in the Philippines: Legal Remedies for Victims (2026 Guide)

Learn what to do if you’ve been scammed online in the Philippines. This guide covers legal remedies, filing cases, and how individuals and SMEs can recover their money.