Summary: “The obligation to, live together, observe mutual, respect and fidelity is prompted by the spontaneous, mutual love and affect...

Summary: 1. In custody disputes, the paramount concern is the welfare and well-being of the child. 2. General rule: custody of a chil...

The Supreme Court in the case of Recto vs. Republic, G.R. No. 160421, October 4, 2004, outlined the procedures and requirements for any part...

Article 177 Family Code amended by RA 9858 Republic Act No. 9858 “Legitimation of Children Born to Minor Parents” amended Article 177 o...

Summary: 1. Children conceived and born outside a valid marriage are illegitimate, unless otherwise provided in the Family Code. (Pleas...

Related post: “If a wife gets pregnant by a man not her husband, will the child be legitimate or illegitimate?” Articles 163 up to 174...

Men and women in troubled marriages have a variety of options under the Family Code in ending their relationship. At the very least, spouses...

Title V of the Family Code, specifically Articles 149 up to 162 , defines what the family is, what family relations include and the procedur...

The rights and obligations of husbands and wives are covered by Title III of the Family Code, specifically from Articles 68 up to 73 . Pleas...

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