
When speed is of the essence
“It cannot be more emphasized that speed is certainly of the essence in the conduct of preliminary investigation in view of the State’s primordial duty to…
Dean Nilo Divina · · 3 min read


“It cannot be more emphasized that speed is certainly of the essence in the conduct of preliminary investigation in view of the State’s primordial duty to…
Dean Nilo Divina · · 3 min read

“The court personnel assigned to serve the documents shall deliver the unserved documents to the judge who directed the service of the documents.
Dean Nilo Divina · · 3 min read

The court shall deny an application for service of a Philippine document in a foreign State, if such application does not comply with the requirements.
Dean Nilo Divina · · 3 min read

“The main channel for service in the HCCH 1965 Service Convention is by way of central authorities nominated by each contracting state.
Dean Nilo Divina · · 3 min read

“Any person who violates any of the provisions of the Eddie Garcia Law shall be fined up to P100,000 (first offense), P200,000 (second offense), or P500,000…
Dean Nilo Divina · · 3 min read

“Persons engaged in money muling act as accessories to the crime by helping the main perpetrators either hide or dispose of funds originating from criminal…
Dean Nilo Divina · · 3 min read

“These legal provisions show that we are committed to promoting excellence in sports by looking after the welfare of national athletes and coaches.
Dean Nilo Divina · · 3 min read

“Another salient feature of the New Philippine Passport Act is the inclusion of the penalties for offenses relating to the illegal withholding of passports.
Dean Nilo Divina · · 2 min read

“Without question, a marathon route safe and free from foreseeable risks was the reasonable expectation of every runner.
Dean Nilo Divina · · 2 min read

“The need for a school to fund its facilities and to meet astronomical operating costs is a reality that must be recognized.
Dean Nilo Divina · · 2 min read
