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The existence of grounds for legal separation does not foreclose the possibility of psychological incapacity.
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"A dismissed employee is entitled to moral damages when the dismissal is attended by bad faith or fraud or constitutes an act oppressive to labor, or is done in a manner contrary to good morals, good customs or public policy." Bad faith connotes a dishonest purpose or some moral obliquity and conscious doing of a wrong, or a breach of a known duty through some motive or interest or ill will that partakes of the nature of fraud.
It cannot be overemphasized that Dr. Daz cannot be assumed to be responsible for the bursting of the water bag. Precisely, that it gave way cannot be attributed to his fault. It goes deep into a discussion on the instrument itself or its dilapidated state. How can a doctor be responsible for the usability of an instrument that can be safely assumed to be that of the hospital's? The Court would have appreciated the circumstances differently had the instrument/s used been his or her own, such that it relates to his or her specialization. It would be unreasonable to assume that a water bag would be a personal instrument of a doctor such that he or she would be responsible for its condition.
Nevertheless, regardless of who owns the instrument, whether the doctor or the hospital, the propriety of its use would still depend on evidence acceptable before the Court, based on law and jurisprudence. As will be later discussed, the circumstances surrounding the propriety of using a water bag require expert testimony.
A party to a civil marriage who converts to Islam and contracts another marriage, despite the first marriage's subsistence, is guilty of bigamy. Likewise guilty is the spouse in the subsequent marriage. Conversion to Islam does not operate to exculpate them from criminal liability.
Further, a married Muslim cannot marry another. In exceptional cases, a married Muslim man may do so if "he can deal with them with equal companionship and just treatment as enjoined by Islamic law." The formal requisites of the subsequent marriage under Presidential Decree No. 1083 or the Code of Muslim Personal Laws of the Philippines (Muslim Code) entails the wife's knowledge of the impending subsequent marriage.
Pursuant to its policy to protect the safety, health, and welfare of women and children, the State has a duty to acknowledge the different, but no less damaging forms, that violence and abuse can take, to provide meaningful safeguards that concurrently defend the wellbeing of the victims and seek commensurate redress from their abusers. Marital infidelity is one such form of domestic violence that not only transgresses the matrimonial vows of faithfulness and commitment, but also inflicts inconceivable psychological and emotional harm upon the aggrieved spouse and their children. As a form of psychological abuse, marital infidelity destroys the stability and unity of the family at its core, shatters the self-worth and trust of the betrayed spouse, and fosters deep-seated trauma borne of emotional turmoil and related mental health issues. To stem the perpetuation of the cycle of abuse, and to prevent the normalization of extramarital promiscuity in our society, the Court declares marital infidelity to be a form of psychological violence punishable under Republic Act No. 9262, otherwise known as the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004.
(Excerpts from the Supreme Court decision)
This is a petition for review of the decision dated January 31, 1992 of the Court of Appeals in CA-G.R. CV No. 19240, modifying the judgment of the Regional Trial Court of Santiago, Isabela, Branch 21, in Criminal Case No. 066. Petitioner George Manantan was acquitted by the trial court of homicide through reckless imprudence without a ruling on his civil liability. On appeal from the civil aspect of the judgment in Criminal Case No. 066, the appellate court found petitioner Manantan civilly liable and ordered him to indemnify private respondents Marcelino Nicolas and Maria Nicolas P104,400.00 representing loss of support, P50,000.00 as death indemnity, and moral damages of P20,000.00 or a total of P174,400.00 for the death of their son, Ruben Nicolas.
This is only an excerpt from the above-cited Supreme Court decision.
Article 12 of the Revised Penal Code provides that one of the circumstances that is exempt from criminal liability is when a person is insane, unless they have acted during a lucid interval.
Insanity in the context of this exempting circumstance is defined in People v. Formigones as being "deprived completely of reason or discernment and freedom of the will at the time of committing the crime."[118]
In determining whether a defense of insanity may prosper, this Court laid down the following three-way test in People v. Paña, thus, clarifying the guidelines in Formigones:
Considering the foregoing, we clarify the guidelines laid down in Formigones. Under this test, the insanity defense may prosper if: (1) the accused was unable to appreciate the nature and quality or the wrongfulness of his or her acts; (2) the inability occurred at the time of the commission of the crime; and (3) it must be as a result of a mental illness or disorder.
The right to speedy disposition of cases is provided for in Section 16, Article III, of the 1987 Constitution. In determining whether the right to speedy disposition of cases has been violated, the following guidelines in this Supreme Court decision must be considered.
Republic Act No. 9262 or the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004 also applies even if the perpetrator is a woman, so long as the victim is a woman.
The police officers were obliged to give the appellant notice, show to her their authority, and demand that they be allowed entry. They may only break open any outer or inner door or window of a house to execute the search warrant if, after such notice and demand, such officers are refused entry to the place of directed search. This is known as the "knock and announce" principle which is embodied in Anglo-American Law. The method of entry of an officer into a dwelling and the presence or absence of such notice are as important considerations in assessing whether subsequent entry to search and/or arrest is constitutionally reasonable.
As to the third element of a violation of Section 3 (e) of RA 3019 or the Anti-Graft and Practices Act, the Court finds that the same is also absent. Case law identifies the two ways by which said section may be committed, namely: (a) causing undue injury to any party, including the government; or (b) giving any private party any unwarranted benefit, advantage, or preference.
In the present case, the Sandiganbayan convicted petitioners under the second mode. It held that they gave unwarranted benefit, advantage, or preference to Hydrock when they awarded the contract without public bidding. In fact, the company started working on the project even before the notice of award and notice to proceed were issued.
The Court stressed in Adana,however, that to be found guilty under the second mode, it must be shown that the accused gave unjustified favor or unwarranted benefit to another in the exercise of his or her official functions. Adana elucidates:
In the second mode, "the word 'unwarranted' means lacking adequate or official support; unjustified; unauthorized or without justification or adequate reason. 'Advantage' means a more favorable or improved position or condition; benefit, profit or gain of any kind; benefit from some course of action. 'Preference' signifies priority or higher evaluation or desirability; choice or estimation above another.
In order to secure a conviction of an accused under Section 32 of Republic Act No. 7166, the prosecution must prove that: (a) the person is bearing, carrying, or transporting firearms or other deadly weapons; (b) such possession occurs during the election period; and (c) the weapon is carried in a public place. It is essential that possession of the deadly weapon in a public place be established beyond reasonable doubt
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In this 2024 decision, the Supreme Court recognized another classification of employment which is the fixed-term. A fixed-term employment is an arrangement wherein an employee is hired for projects with pre-determined completion or in a work where a fixed term is essential and a natural appurtenance of the work. The work performed here may also be necessary or desirable to the usual trade of the employer.
What are the consequence of the Presidential pardon? Does it completely wipes away the criminal and civil liability of a person who committed a crime?
One of the prerogatives of the President is to grant pardon which may give a person a leash on life and even regain his lost besmirched reputation. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. can very well exercise this prerogative on his mother, former First Lady Imelda Marcos who was convicted for graft and corruption by the Sandiganbayan last 2018. Some observers think it should have been one of the first executive acts that President Marcos Junior should have done when he assume power.
In our 41st episode, we will discuss the power of the President to exercise the power of pardon and its legal consequences.
The recent elections show discouraging numbers for the Opposition in Philippine politics. Only 1 out of the 12 senatorial candidates fielded by the opponents of President Rodrigo Duterte, only 1 was able to win a Senate seat. Instead, Filipinos voted based on popularity and supported candidates who are close to the outgoing President.
The implication of this development reveals the sad fate of qualified candidates like veteran legislator Richard "Dick" Gordon and legal luminaries like Attys. Chel Diokno and Luke Espiritu. Even though they have presented themselves as solution to the country's need for better legislation, Filipino voters seem not to mind and think that law making should rest on the hands of movie stars like Robin Padilla, Bong Revilla, Jinggoy Estrada and Lito Lapid.
Is there no hope for the Opposition and the likes of Attys Diokno, Espiritu and veteran Gordon?
Tonight's podcast will present alternative route but a better way for Opposition candidates to enter the halls of Congress. If explored, this could spell the revenge of the Opposition to outsmart its political rivals.
The insurmountable lead of Ferdinand Marcos Jr. over his closest political opponent, Vice President Leni Robredo makes his trip back to the helm of power like a bed of roses. However, there could be a pesky thorn that could make Marcos' impending proclamation painful to swallow. This are the twin petitions for the annulment of his certificate of candidacy and disqualification which were recently lodged in the Supreme Court. The highest court of the land which acts as the "last bulwark of democracy" would have the last say on the issues brought before it.
If the Supreme Court rules to cancel the certificate of candidacy of Marcos Junior, the second leading presidential candidate, Leni Robredo may have a legitimate crack at the Presidency.
The role of the Philippine Armed Forces during an electoral exercise is often misunderstood. Are they under the control of the Commission on Election (COMELEC) when deputized to ensure an honest, orderly and peaceful election? This was the position taken by COMELEC Commissioner Rey Bulay which was criticized by election lawyer Atty. Emil Maranon.
Know what the law provides when it comes to the role of the Philippine Armed Forces during an election.
Audio recording from Rappler and ABS-CBN Youtube Channel were used in this episode for educational purposes only.
Some Filipinos scores anti-Marcos groups of their unending hatred of the late dictator's family and think that lack of forgiveness has prevented genuine reconciliation from happening.
The need for clemency for the Marcos family is more important nowadays when Ferdinand Jr. is seeking the Presidential seat in the upcoming elections. The hounding questions about his eligibility especially that he was once adjudged guilty of violating the tax code threatens his presidential bid.
The only way for the younger Marcos to proceed with his ambition to regain the Presidential palace is for President Rodrigo Duterte to pardon him. Will this option still be possible?
Just as the world seemed to consider the Oscar Awards as a ho-hum event, veteran actor Will Smith and comedian Chris Rock has brought back controversy into it.
While doing a comedy routine that involved some of the nominees, Chris Rock made the unfortunate mention of Will Smith's wife, Jada who was bald. While those who attended the awards ceremony and millions of viewers around the world thought that Chris Rock just came up with another antic, Will Smith came on the stage and slapped the comedian without warning.
Now if this controversial slap happened in the Philippines, what will be its legal repercussions?
Basic knowledge of the Intellectual Property Law could have averted a rift between the Philippine showbiz's Megastar Sharon Cuneta and outspoken senatorial candidate Atty. Salvador "Sal" Panelo. This pertains to who has the right to object to the public rendition of a classic OPM song composed by the late great Willy Cruz and popularized by the Megastar during her heyday. Find out by downloading the 35th episode of the Legal Robot Podcast.
Under at least two Comelec resolutions, media personalities who are running for public office are required to resign from their work during the election campaign period. This is for the reason that continued media exposure gives them an unwarranted advantage over other candidates who are expected to abide with the COMELEC rules on air time on TV and radio. However, the dawn of advance technology in social media seemed to give way to the circumvention of the law wherein media personalities running for public office can take advantage of media exposure through social media.
In this episode, COMELEC Resolution No. 10730 is placed on the spotlight. Is it able to maintain equality among the candidates for the 2022 elections in terms of mass media campaigning?
Audio clip from ABS-CBN TV Patrol Youtube channel was used in this episode.
The ongoing invasion of Ukraine by the Russian military was condemned by several nations and has led the United Nation Security Council to pass a resolution for Russian to withdraw its forces from Ukrainian territories.
The invasion is not only a violation of the sovereignty of an independent nation but also a violation of the Budapest Memorandum which assured Ukraine that Russia will respect its borders in exchange for the decommissioning of its nuclear weapon arsenal.
In the meantime, the Philippine government has not supported the condemnation of the Russian invasion. Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana even commented that Europe seems to be far away. Is this reaction correct or short-sighted?
The COMELEC has initiated "Oplan Baklas" which aims to remove all illegal campaign posters and paraphernalia around the country in connection with the 2022 Presidential elections. Scores of posters and tarpaulins posted at both public and private properties were removed which elicited mixed reactions from the public.
The burning question is can the COMELEC prohibit the posting and displaying of campaign posters and tarpaulins inside private properties? Listen to tonight's episode and know what the law says about illegal campaign materials and how citizens can support their preferred candidates without violating the law.
Audio clips from ABS-CBN and Rappler youtube channels were used in this episode for educational purposes only.
The recent online publication by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) of a wanted poster of popular Filipino Pastor Apollo Quiboloy and two of his associates spurred a series of debates in the Philippines. Foremost of which is whether or not Pastor Quiboloy can be extradited and brought to the United States to face the criminal cases against him.
A group of activists has requested the Philippine Department of Justice to issue a hold departure order or HDO against the controversial pastor as he may evade the extradition proceeding by going to a country without an extradition treaty with the United States. How can this scenario be avoided? Is there legal basis to request for an HDO in order to secure the presence of Pastor Quiboloy in a probable request for his extradition?
Audio clips were from ABS-CBN News and the Rappler Youtube channels were used in this episode for educational purposes only.
Can candidates keep excess campaign funds? The recent revelation by presidential candidate and Manila Mayor Isko Moreno Domagoso that he kept around 50 million pesos of unspent campaign funds has raised eyebrows. Mayor Domagoso maintained that this was legal because he paid taxes for it following a BIR revenue regulation the matter.
But just because a candidate has paid tax on the unspent amount makes it his own personal income?
Audio clips from ANC Youtube Channel and Jessica Soho Interview were used in this episode for educational purposes only.
The exponential increase in Omicron infections in country was made possible by lack of health and safety protocols at bus terminals, train stations, airports and seaports. And once the passengers are onboard any means of public transportation, the very vehicles themselves – mostly of which are air conditioned- are perfect environments for the transmission of the virus. Acknowledging this problem, the Department of Transportation through the Land Transportation Regulatory and Franchising Board issued LTRFB Memorandum Circular 2022-001 which mandates that only vaccinated persons will allowed to travel onboard public transportation to, from and within the National Capitol Region. However, questions surrounding the measure cast doubt on its constitutionality. Is the "No Vax, No Ride" Policy against the law?
Audio recording from the CNN Philippines and Rappler youtube channels are used in this episode for reference and educational purposes only.
Leading Vice Presidential candidate and Davao City Mayor Sara Duterter-Carpio said that if she wins, she will propose to Congress the mandatory military service of any citizen who reaches the age of 18. This follows the model of South Korea, Israel and Singapore and seen to instill patriotism and discipline among the youth.
This plan has reaped various reactions among which is to question its legality. This episode studies the constitutionality and practicality of mandatory military service as proposed by Mayor Duterte-Carpio. Is it harmonious with the Constitution? Is there even a necessity for it to become a law?
Audio clip from the Rappler Youtube channel and UNTV News and Rescue were used in this episode for reference and educational purposes only.
Just recently, former Mayor Lito Atienza, a well-known pro-life advocate and now Vice Presidential candidate and Supreme Court Associate Justice Marvic Leonen locked horns on the legal concept of marriage. According to Atienza, same sex marriage cannot be legally possible as its purpose is reproduction. On the other hand, Justice Leonen questions Atienza's position by saying that senior citizens and those unable to give birth cannot be included in such a restrictive definition of marriage.
Is our legal concept of marriage only applicable to heterosexual couples? If so what will be the proper way to accommodate the rights of the LGBTQ?
Talks are swirling about the possibility of postponing the 2022 Presidential elections due rising Covid-19 infections. While it is highly improbable that the Covid-19 pandemic can justify the complete postponement of the election, it can cause the postponement of elections in provinces, cities or municipalities where Covid-19 infections remain uncontrolled. But what if elections in vote-rich cities and provinces are postponed, the determination of the winning candidate cannot be realized. Worse if the Covid-19 infections levels remains uncontrolled, the new election schedule may take place way after June 30, 2022. This means that the terms of President Rodrigo Duterte and Senate President Vicente "Tito" Sotto have ended . In such eventuality, an Acting President should be appointed.
What are the provisions of the law on the appointment of an Acting President? Will probably be the Acting President if no President qualifies after June 30, 2022?
Audio clips from the youtube channel of Eagle News was used in this episode for reference and educational purposes only.
As the country is ravaged by the more infection Omicron variant of the Covid-19 virus, President Rodrigo Duterte announced that he is ordering barangay captains (village chiefs) to arrest unvaccinated persons who would leave their residences. Later, there were talks about the declaration of Martial Law if the number of the infected has skyrocketed beyond control.
Can the Chief Executive order the arrest of the unvaccinated or declare martial law to fight the dread virus?
Audio clips from the Rappler Youtube Channel were used in this episode for reference and educational purpose only.
2021 was a year when two young women from Mindanao died under controversial circumstances. At the beginning of that year, flight attendant Christine Dacera was found unconscious and later pronounced dead due to aortic aneurysm. In September of same year, promising visual artist Bree Jonson was declared dead due to asphyxia after she was found unconscious in a surfing resort in Pangasinan.
In both cases, the Philippine National Police (PNP) and National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) conducted separate autopsies on the remains of the victims. What is the effect of these independent autopsies to the investigations on the deaths of these young women?
This episode tackles the presumption of regularity in the performance of official duties which both the PNP and the NBI enjoys. Know what is the effect os such presumption and how it can be overturned.
Just after Christmas, Opposition lady Senator Risa Hontiveros posted bail after the Pasay City Prosecutor found probable cause against her for a violation of Republic Act 4200 or the Anti- Wiretapping law. This was based on the complaint filed by former Justice Secretary Vitaliano Aguirre who took offense when Senator Hontiveros presented a photo of his cellular phone bearing a text message which supposedly urged a third party to expedite the caes against the lady senator.
But is this encompassed in the coverage of the special penal law? Is the presentation of a photo evidencing contemptuous conduct inside the halls of the Senate considered a violation of the anti-wire-tapping law?
Listen and be enlightened about the law. Audio clip from the Rappler Youtube channel was used in this episode for reference purpose only.
Election surveys have become influential to both candidates and voters. As such it is often feared that manipulation of surveys for purpose of disinformation could create a bandwagon effect and unduly favor a political candidate. However, the Philippine Supreme Court through a 20-year old decision has struck down a COMELEC resolution that regulates the publication of election survey results.
In the meantime, rapid advancement in technology like the internet has changed the game. Unregulated publication of election survey results at a time that it is difficult to verify the same can happen. Thus, a review of election laws is timely.
If it is true that the controversial lawyer who is subject of the Foreign Correspondents Association of the Philippines or FOCAP's letter to the Supreme Court and the Integrated Bar of the Philippines has exhibited a beastly and utterly despicable behavior, something reflective of belligerent impunity then law practitioners in the Philippines have a serious morale issue in their hands.
In this episode, the podcast will discuss the proper conduct of lawyers in dealing with the public especially journalists. It will also explain the disciplinary process against lawyers who failed to live up the high expectations of their chosen profession.
Audio clip from Bensound.com was used in this episode.
In this episode, the Legal Robot Podcast Team will discuss the doctrine of the separation of the church and the state. What does it really mean? Are some people correct to say that this means priests and other religious are not allowed to meddle with politics?
The issue on the Separation of the Church and the State is timely after popular Catholic priest Father Socrates “Soc” Villegas, the Archbishop of Lingayen-Dagupan delved into neutrality in times of oppression in his Gaudete Sunday homily.
Before pursuing the Philippine Presidency in the 2022 elections, Senator and world champion boxer Manny Pacquiao has already done a lot for his country. He has helped the poor, built houses for the homeless and inspired a generation of Filipinos to be successful despite the economic hardship.
Around 30 years ago, notarious drug lord Pablo Escobar was in a similar situation. Despite his billion dollar drug empire and unchallenged power as Colombia's modern day Robinhood, Escobar wanted to run for public office and also set his eyes of the Presidency.
The quest for the Presidency rest on a citizen's political right to join government in order to bring change and better leadership. While every qualified citizen enjoys this right but is running for public office the only way to exercise one's political rights?
The path to public service taken by Senator Pacquiao and Escobar are similar. Since it turned out tragically for the Colombian drug lord, is there anything that Senator Pacquiao can learn from it?
Note: The discussion in this episode seeks to educate the public about their political rights under the Constitution. It does not state that Senator Pacquiao and Escobar has any similarities aside from their desire to join public service.
Philippine Energy Secretary Alfonso Cusi and Davao-based businessman Dennis Uy filed multiple cyber-libel and libel cases against media outfits and journalists for their news report on graft charges filed against them in connection with the Malampaya project.
Denounced Philippine media community as an attack on press freedom, Secretary Cusi explained that the criminal cases were filed because it destroyed his reputation as a government official. His lawyer claims that the news report are based merely on a press conference and not on a pending criminal case.
Can a government official file a cyber-libel and libel case against news outfits if they only reported about a graft and corrupt complaint filed with the Ombudsman? On the other hand, can news outfits claim malicious prosecution if the criminal charges against them lacked probable cause and impelled by legal malice?
The legal discussion related to this issue is based on the personal appreciation of legal doctrines by volunteer lawyers and made for legal education purposes. Audio recording of ABS-CBN TV patrol program was used in this episode for sole purpose of reference.
The episode will discuss vote-buying which has become prevalent before the campaign period when such an election offense is not yet punishable. Many candidates for the 2022 election are giving goods and cash left and right in the guise of "financial" assistance. Is our election law toothless when it comes to this worrisome practice of premature campaigning?
Audio recording of an ANC Channel news report was used in this episode for educational purposes only.
Murderer and disgraced former policeman Sgt. Jonel Nuezca was found dead inside the National Bilibid Penitentiary at Muntinlupa City.
This was after he was sentenced to double life imprisonment and ordered to pay civil damages to the families of his two victims. Now that he is dead, who will pay for the amount of civil liability? Will his victims be deprived of this monetary award of damages? Will the surviving heirs of Nuezca be made to pay for his crimes?
These questions will be discussed in this episode of the Legal Robot Podcast, a podcast created by volunteer lawyers and law students for the propagation of legal education for the Filipino masses.
Davao-based Chinese businessman Michael Young filed a petition in the Supreme Court to prevent the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee to arrest him and require him to present testimony which according to him are "personal" in nature.
Yang is part of the ongoing Senate Blue Ribbon Committee investigation on the alleged anomalous procurement of COVID-19 supplies involving Pharmally, a company which he allegedly financed.
The petition is anchored on the alleged violation of Yang's right against self-incrimination, right to privacy and liberty.
This episode discusses the right of the Senate to conduct investigations in aid of legislation and the auxilliary powers that come with it. It will also clarify what is meant by right against self-incrimination, right to privacy and liberty vis avis Yang's petition.
Audio recording from the Rappler Youtube channel was used in this episode for education purposes only.
The dismissal of the drug possession case against Julian Ongpin, the son of Filipino billionaire Roberto Bobby Ongpin raised a lot of eyebrows. This could be due to the unfamiliarity with legal jargon like determination of probable cause, chain of custody rule and constructive possession of illegal drugs.
As such, it is high time that these complicated legal terms be discussed in simple terms.
An audio recording of ANC News Youtube channel was used in this podcast for educational purposes only.
Two major surprises in Philippine legal community happened this week. First is the dismissal of the drug charges against mega-rich Julian Ongpin due to lack of probable cause. The second is the extension of tithe me given by the COMELEC to presidential aspirant Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. despite failure file to an Answer to disqualification petition against him within the time given.
Is the guarantee of equal protection of laws maintained in these controversial cases? Can ordinary citizens also avail of the good fortunes of Julian and Marcos Jr when facing similar situations?
Audio clips of ABS-CBN ANC Youtube channel episodes were used here solely for education purposes.
For nearly 4 years, Philippine show business has cherished internet couple sensation, Wil Dasovich and Alodia Gosiengfiao. What started as a fairly tale love story between an up and coming Youtuber and the country's Cosplay Queen seemed to have ended abruptly just after they were featured planning for their dream house. What really happened to their love-affair?
In this episode, the relevant laws pertaining to relationships and break-up are discussed. In addition, will couples who have acquired properties during their relationship bound to divide the same when break up?
Spoiler alert: This episode does not offer any information as to the reason for the break up of Wil and Alodia or it implies that the laws discussed herein find application to their case.
The election fever has brought the circus into town! Just days before the deadline for substitution, Presidential daughter Sara Duterte withdrew her certificate of candidacy for City Mayor of Davao in a bid to run for the Vice Presidency. Seen by critics as a move to partner with Ferdinand Marcos Jr., the reactions of veteran politicians President Duterte and former President Gloria Arroyo as seen through their machinations, are hard to disregard.
If Marcos Jr. gets disqualified, what are the legal ramifications to Sara Duterte, her father President Duterte and her political patron former President Arroyo?