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Erwin "Atty. Zag" Zagala


    • May 15, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    What Happens When Employees File Labor Cases Against Employers?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 31:42


    When Employees File Labor Cases Against Employers | Know Your RightsLabor disputes can be stressful, but understanding the process is key. In this video, we break down what happens when an employee files a labor case against their employer — from filing a complaint to possible outcomes. Whether you're an employee seeking justice or an employer wanting to stay compliant, this guide is for you.

    Estate Settlement Who Inherits in the Philippines

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 38:02


    ▸▸ Subscribe to Legal Guide Ph▸▸ Get our Books here: shopee.ph/legalguide.ph“Wondering who gets what when someone passes away in the Philippines? LegalGuide PH breaks it down—whether there's a will or not, the law decides who inherits, from spouses and kids to siblings and beyond. Stay informed to avoid surprises.”.Facebook: @LegalGuidePhTiktok: @legalguide.ph

    AWOL After Resignation

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2024 8:56


    Pwede parin bang ma AWOL ang isang employee kahit na nakapag pasa kana ng Resignation Letter? Stay tuned because we're about to unravel the mystery of being AWOL even after resigning! Welcome to legal guide philippines where we simplify the law to help you make better choices. I'm Atty. Ramon Ramirez and im with my partner Atty. Erwin Zagala. If you need help handling AWOL cases, join our book waitlist for "AWOL Preparedness Plan" or simply enroll to the online workshop at info.legalguide.ph/awol Wasn't it simple? Now, go make better choices! #LegalGuideShow #LegalTips #Resignation #30dayturnover #AWOL #AWOLafterresignation #LegalGuidePH #GoMakeBetterChoices *Disclaimer* The information contained in this presentation is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as legal advice. We do not guarantee any results, and the information in this presentation may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. you should not act based on any content included without seeking legal or professional advice. Only your attorney can provide assurances that the information contained herein - and your interpretation of it - is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation.

    Why AWOL Happens?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2024 8:55


    Nagtataka kaba kung bakit madaming emplyado ang nag a-AWOL? Curious about the reasons behind this trend and what it means for both employees and employers? Stay tuned because we're about to uncover the factors contributing to the rise in AWOL cases and what you can do about it! Welcome to legal guide philippines where we simplify the law to help you make better choices. I'm Atty. Ramon Ramirez and I'm with my partner Atty. Erwin Zagala. Today, we're talking about why employees go on AWOL and what you can do about it. If you want to get more guide to labor law, check our resignation guide course at info.legalguide.ph/resignation Wasn't it simple? Now, go make better choices! #LegalGuideShow #LegalTips #Resignation #30dayturnover #AWOL #LegalGuidePH #GoMakeBetterChoices *Disclaimer* The information contained in this presentation is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as legal advice. We do not guarantee any results, and the information in this presentation may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. you should not act based on any content included without seeking legal or professional advice. Only your attorney can provide assurances that the information contained herein - and your interpretation of it - is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation.

    Can Boss Refuse my Resignation?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2024 8:10


    Sawa kana ba sa trabaho mo at nag-iisip kang mag resign ngayon? But hold on, Pwede nga bang i-refuse ng boss mo ang iyong resignation? Welcome to legal guide philippines where we simplify the law to help you make better choices. I'm Atty. Ramon Ramirez and im with my partner Atty. Erwin Zagala. Today, we're gonna clear the air and talk about the ins and outs of this topic in Philippine law. If you want to get more guide to labor law, check our resignation guide course at info.legalguide.ph/resignation Wasn't it simple? Now, go make better choices! #LegalGuideShow #LegalTips #Resignation #30dayturnover #LegalGuidePH #GoMakeBetterChoices *Disclaimer* The information contained in this presentation is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as legal advice. We do not guarantee any results, and the information in this presentation may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. you should not act based on any content included without seeking legal or professional advice. Only your attorney can provide assurances that the information contained herein - and your interpretation of it - is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation.

    Why Do I Need an Affidavit of Loss?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2024 5:31


    Bakit nga ba required ang AFFIDAVIT OF LOSS I? Have you ever wondered: Why they ask for affidavit of loss? Are you curious about the significance legally on why they ask for it. Welcome to legal guide philippines where we simplify the law to help you make better choices. I'm Atty. Ramon Ramirez and im with my partner Atty. Erwin Zagala. Stay tuned! Because we're about to uncover the importance of affidavit of loss and how they can help you. If you want to get a guide to legal documents, get a copy of our book Notary not included at info.legalguide.ph/notary This book will guide you on how to draft the most common Legal Forms that you use in everyday life including the Affidavit of loss. Now, go make better choices! #LegalGuide #AffidavitOfLoss #LegalGuidePH #LegalGuideShow *Disclaimer* The information contained in this presentation is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as legal advice. We do not guarantee any results, and the information in this presentation may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. you should not act based on any content included without seeking legal or professional advice. Only your attorney can provide assurances that the information contained herein - and your interpretation of it - is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation.

    Implications of Issuing a Special Power of Attorney (SPA) to a Non-individual

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2024 10:34


    Ever wondered kung ano ang implications of issuing a Special Power of Attorney (SPA) sa isang non-individual?Curious ka ba kung paano ito makaka affect sa legal transactions in the Philippines?Welcome to Legal Guide Philippines where we simplify the law to help you make better choices.Today, we're talking about the implications of issuing a Special Power of Attorney (SPA) to a non-individual. Let's dive in!If you want to get a guide to legal documents, get a copy of our book Notary not included at info.legalguide.ph/notaryThis book will guide you on how to draft the most common Legal Forms that you use in everyday life including the Special Power Attorney.Now, go make better choices!#LegalGuide #SPAPhilippines *Disclaimer* The information contained in this presentation is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as legal advice. We do not guarantee any results, and the information in this presentation may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. you should not act based on any content included without seeking legal or professional advice. Only your attorney can provide assurances that the information contained herein - and your interpretation of it - is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation.

    What is Promissory Note (PN) and Why you need one?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2024 7:11


    Ano ba ang Promissory note? Bakit mo 'to kailangan sa ilang mga sitwasyon? Stay tuned because in this episode, we're about to uncover the importance of promissory notes and how they can benefit you! Welcome to Legal Guide Philippines where we simplify the law to help you make better choices. I'm Atty. Ramon Ramirez and I'm with my partner, Atty Erwin Zagala. If you want to get a guide to legal documents, get a copy of our book Notary not included at info.legalguide.ph/notary This book will guide you on how to draft the most common Legal Forms that you use in everyday life including the Promissory Notes. Now, go make better choices! *Disclaimer* The information contained in this presentation is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as legal advice. We do not guarantee any results, and the information in this presentation may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. you should not act based on any content included without seeking legal or professional advice. Only your attorney can provide assurances that the information contained herein - and your interpretation of it - is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation.

    My deceased parents didn't leave a will. Should I be worried?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2024 5:54


    Paano nga ba kung hindi nag-iwan ng last will and testament ang yumaong magulang mo?

    How to Choose Representative for Estate Settlement

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2024 7:09


    Kanino mo ba pwedeng ipagkatiwala ang Estate settlement mo if you're Abroad? Paano nga ba ang process of settling estates while living outside the Philippines? Join Atty. Ramon Ramirez and his partner Atty. Erwin Zagala as they unravel the key insights on "How to Choose the Right Representative for an Estate Settlement if you're abroad" on this Legal Guide Show Episode! Kung Curious ka about the decision-making process for selecting the perfect representative, Our legal guide lawyers got you covered with valuable insights to help you make informed choices. Tune in to Legal Guide Philippines and empower yourself to navigate estate settlements seamlessly, kahit san ka pa man sa mundo! Watch our Crash Course about Estate Settlement here: info.legalguide.ph/estate #LegalGuideShow #LegalTips #EstateSettlement #PropertyTransfer #OFW #Abroad #EstateTax #LegalGuidePH #GoMakeBetterChoices #LGPH *Disclaimer* The information contained in this presentation is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as legal advice. We do not guarantee any results, and the information in this presentation may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. you should not act based on any content included without seeking legal or professional advice. Only your attorney can provide assurances that the information contained herein - and your interpretation of it - is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation.

    How Overseas Filipinos can Settle Estates from abroad?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2024 6:24


    Paano mo ise-settle ang Estate ng Properties ng Loved ones mo sa Pinas kung ikaw ay nasa abroad? Curious ka ba about the legal steps you need to take as an overseas Filipino to handle your relatives estates back at home? In this Legal Guide Episode, we're about to unravel the answers to these questions and help you navigate the legal process seamlessly. Watch the video for a more detailed explanation. If you need professional advice and help, you may check this out: info.legalguide.ph/estate #LegalGuideShow #LegalTips #EstateSettlement #PropertyTransfer #OFW #Abroad #EstateTax #LegalGuidePH #GoMakeBetterChoices #LGPH *Disclaimer* The information contained in this presentation is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as legal advice. We do not guarantee any results, and the information in this presentation may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. you should not act based on any content included without seeking legal or professional advice. Only your attorney can provide assurances that the information contained herein - and your interpretation of it - is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation.

    Paano i-compute ang Estate Tax at Anong Documents ang Needed?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2024 15:55


    Paano nga ba mag-compute ng estate tax sa Pilipinas at ano ang mga kailangang dokumento? Ngayon, tutulungan ka namin intindihin ito ng madali.In this legal guide show episode, Atty. Ramon Ramirez and Atty. Erwin Zagala provides a simplified guide on computing estate tax in the Philippines and outlines the necessary documents for the process. Watch the video for a more detailed explanation. If you need professional advice and help, you may check this out: info.legalguide.ph/estate #LegalGuideShow #LegalTips #EstateSettlement #PropertyTransfer #ComputingEstateTax #EstateTax #LegalGuidePH #GoMakeBetterChoices *Disclaimer* The information contained in this presentation is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as legal advice. We do not guarantee any results, and the information in this presentation may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. you should not act based on any content included without seeking legal or professional advice. Only your attorney can provide assurances that the information contained herein - and your interpretation of it - is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation.

    How to transfer property ng nakapangalan sa ninuno mo?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2024 15:17


    Meron ba kayong lupa or ibang properties na hirap kayong ibenta kasi nakapangalan pa sa ninuno? This is a very typical problem in the Philippines.In this episode of The Legal Guide Show, Atty. Erwin Zagala at Atty. Ramon Ramirez discuss the common problems ng pagmamana ng lupa sa Pilipinas ngunit nahihirapang ipagbili dahil sa mga legal na reasons. They highlight reasons why properties remain in the names of deceased ancestors and suggest the importance of estate settlement to transfer ownership. Watch the video for more information. If you need professional advice and help in availing of this extension, you may check this out: info.legalguide.ph/estate #LegalGuideShow #LegalTips #EstateSettlement #PropertyTransfer #LegalGuidePH #GoMakeBetterChoices *Disclaimer* The information contained in this presentation is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as legal advice. We do not guarantee any results, and the information in this presentation may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. you should not act based on any content included without seeking legal or professional advice. Only your attorney can provide assurances that the information contained herein - and your interpretation of it - is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation.

    Is immediate resignation allowed?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2024 7:08


    How to sell properties in the name of your deceased loved ones?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2023 8:26


    Tips kung paano maiiwasan ang disputes ng heirs during Estate Settlement

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2023 6:05


    Bakit mahirap Mag disiplina ng Empleyado sa Pilipinas?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2023 4:25


    Hirap ka din bang disiplinahin ang mga empleyado mo? Bilang abogado, nakita na namin tong mga problema na to sa mga kliyente namin. kaya ito ang pag uusapan natin today - Disciplining your employees. Welcome to legal guide Philippines where we simplified the law to help you make better choices! Ano ano nga ba ang dahilan kung bakit hirap ang employer, sa paglagay ng linya between ikaw (boss) at ng empleyado mo? Himayin natin. Watch the full video! After watching the video at gusto mo pang ng mas extensive knowledge about dealing with employee issues, enroll in our Employee Discipline workshop at: https://discipline.offer.legalguide.ph/ *Disclaimer*The information contained in this presentation is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as legal advice. We do not guarantee any results, and the information in this presentation may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. you should not act on the basis of any content included without seeking legal or professional advice. Only your attorney can provide assurances that the information contained herein - and your interpretation of it - is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation.

    Paano makakatulong ang Incident Reports (I.R.) to properly address work violations?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2023 4:05


    Workplace violations can have serious consequences for both employees and employers in the Philippines. How can these violations be properly documented and addressed? This is where incident reports come in. Today, we're talking about Incident Reports. - Ano ba ito? - Why are they important? - How to fill it out? - What happens after it is submitted? Learn all of these by watching the full video! If you want to learn more about dealing with employee issues, enroll in our Employee Discipline workshop at: https://discipline.offer.legalguide.ph/ *Disclaimer*The information contained in this presentation is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as legal advice. We do not guarantee any results, and the information in this presentation may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. you should not act on the basis of any content included without seeking legal or professional advice. Only your attorney can provide assurances that the information contained herein - and your interpretation of it - is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation.

    Ano ba ang SPA (Special Power of Attorney)?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2023 6:03


    Ano nga ba yung SPA na hinahanap minsan? Saan kinukuha ito? Welcome to Legal Guide Philippines where we simplify the law to help you make better choices. Today, we're talking about SPAs or Special Power of Attorney. If you want to get a guide to legal documents, get a copy of our book Notary not included at info.legalguide.ph/notary This book will guide you on how to draft the most common Legal Forms that you use in everyday life including the Special Power Attorney. Now, go make better choices!

    Terminal Leave: Pwede bang mag leave ang nag resign na empleyado during turnover period?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2023 5:48


    Pwede bang mag leave ang nag resign na empleyado during turnover? Pwede ba silang mag demand na mag leave kung gusto nila? Welcome to Legal Guide Philippines where we simplify the law to help you make better choices. Today, we're talking about terminal leaves, or yung mga tao na nag tuturn over na pagkatapos mag resign. Watch until the end to know the answer to this question. If you are an HR, Manager, Supervisor, or Business Owner, and want to learn more about dealing with resigning or terminated employees... Enroll in our Employee Discipline workshop at https://discipline.offer.legalguide.ph/ *Disclaimer* The information contained in this presentation is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as legal advice. We do not guarantee any results, and the information in this presentation may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. you should not act on the basis of any content included without seeking legal or professional advice. Only your attorney can provide assurances that the information contained herein - and your interpretation of it - is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation.

    Ano ang best time to issue Company Policies?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2023 5:54


    Kailan ang tamang panahon para maglabas ng rules at policy para sa opisina? Ano ang tamang timing para malakas ang impact nito sa team ninyo? Today, we're discussing the best time to issue your rules and policies. The best time to create a policy is when the waters are not turbulent. Same thing sa trabaho, tumiming ka na wala pang agos ng maling behavior. Stay with us until the end para mas malinawan ka kung bakit ito ang suggestions namin. Learn the 3 advantages pag ginawa mo 'to! If you agree with our suggested timing and if you want to learn more about creating effective policies for running teams, our workshop "Employee Discipline" may be a good help to simplify things for you! Learn more at: https://discipline.offer.legalguide.ph/ *Disclaimer* The information contained in this presentation is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as legal advice. We do not guarantee any results, and the information on this presentation may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. you should not act on the basis of any content included without seeking legal or professional advice. Only your attorney can provide assurances that the information contained herein - and your interpretation of it - is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation.

    Anu-ano ang mga dapat asikasuhin kung magpatakbo ka ng negosyo?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2022 27:50


    Ano ang mga dapat asikasuhin 'pag nagpapatakbo ka na ng negosyo? Ano ang mga tips na gustong ipaalam sayo ng accountant mo pero di lang ninyo napapag usapan? Ang daming negosyante, pero hindi lahat nakakapatakbo ng negosyo nila ng tama. Lalo na pag dating sa business records. Anu-ano ba ang mga usual na issues na na-eencounter ng mga negosyante at paano ba masosolusyunan ang mga ito? Ngayon, meron tayong special treat for our subscribers. We invited a professional accountant to explain anu-ano ba yung mga usual na issues na kelangan asikasuhin ng isang negosyo... So today we will be talking to Ms. Sharon Aytona... Sharon graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Accountancy from the University of the Philippines and a Bachelor of Laws Degree from the same university. She is a member of the Philippine Institute of Certified Accounts (PICPA) and also a seasoned consultant on the topic of computerized accounting systems. With nearly 20+ years of experience in tax, accounting and business consulting, she has handled clients ranging from professionals to groups of companies in a wide array of industries (Banking, Non-Bank Financial Institutions, Retail & Distribution, Logistics, Education, Health & Wellness, and IT). She brings fresh insight to both large institutions and SMEs with her unique combination of entrepreneurial and corporate experience. This episode is brought to you by Thinktank Professional Services Inc. A professional services firm that helps businesses grow and flourish with proper financial advice and business practices. Thinktank carries out this vision with a team of professionals with multi-disciplinary training and experience in the fields of accounting, finance, taxation, audit, legal, and government compliance. (Get in touch with them at www.thinktankaccountants.com) *Disclaimer* The information in this presentation is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as legal advice. We do not guarantee any results, and the information in this presentation may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. you should not act on the basis of any content included without seeking legal or professional advice. Only your attorney can provide assurances that the information contained herein - and your interpretation of it - is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation.

    Can you suspend an employee while there's an ongoing investigation (PREVENTIVE SUSPENSION)?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2022 27:56


    Para sa mga amo, puwede ba ninyo i-suspinde ang isang empleyado habang iniimbistigahan sa violation nya o preventive suspension? Sa mga empleyado, ano ang mga karapatan ninyo pag nasuspinde? Ito yung tanong ng mga readers natin ngayon, 2 sila: "Hi Sir, I was put on a preventive suspension for 5 days due to neglect of duty, I am working as a supervisor in a BPO company. I received an NTE letter that would last for 5 days, I provided my explanation in less than 5 days, but they won't let me report for work while the case is still ongoing and now it is more than a month and I haven't received any NOTICE OF DECISION. Am I not eligible for payroll for those days while the case is ongoing? and why did the company take more than a month to decide?" - Lino G. "If the employer sent a notice of preventive suspension can the employee go to duty or report at work or not anymore?" Hyacynth T. Interesting topics. So in this episode, paguusapan natin ang: - Preventive suspension - Difference from regular suspension - What can you do with it - What can't you do with it This episode is brought to you by "The Complete Employee Discipline System" A book that teaches owners, managers, and supervisors how to handle any offense easily and systematically. It provides step-by-step procedures from incident reports all the way to the clearance process. Stand your ground and discipline with confidence. Go to info.legalguide.ph/discipline to learn more. *Disclaimer* The information contained in this presentation is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as legal advice. We do not guarantee any results, and the information in this presentation may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. you should not act on the basis of any content included without seeking legal or professional advice. Only your attorney can provide assurances that the information contained herein - and your interpretation of it - is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation.

    How should you pay the estate taxes of your deceased parents?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2022 29:02


    What if you're going to sell a property you inherited but it's still in the name of your parents? How should you settle the estates of a deceased married couple? Where should you pay the estate tax for each of them? A lot of the properties we help buy or sell, are usually inherited properties that are still in the name of the parents, grandparents, or even siblings of grandparents. And the big problem here which complicates the sale is that all their estates have not yet been settled. This is the question of one of our viewers, Anthony and he writes: “Property is located in QC with both names under mother and father. Mother died in the province as indicated in the death cert. Father died in QC as indicated in death cert. My father died a few years after my mother. Will the estate tax be settled 50% in the province and 50% in QC?” If you're having issues transferring your land or have issues transferring the properties of a loved one who passed away, we have something that can help. We recorded an FAQ session where we answered the most common questions related to estate settlement. You can access the recording by going to https://legalaccess.ph/ and choosing the estate settlement topic there. *Disclaimer* The information contained in this presentation is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as legal advice. We do not guarantee any results, and the information in this presentation may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. you should not act on the basis of any content included without seeking legal or professional advice. Only your attorney can provide assurances that the information contained herein - and your interpretation of it - is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation.

    Can a former filipino own land in the Philippines?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2022 26:09


    What should you do when you've lost your land title?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2022 26:18


    Can an illegitimate child inherit from grandparents?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2022 25:37


    What if someone claims that they own your land?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2022 26:31


    Getting terminated due to negligence

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2022 27:34


    Do you know how employees are terminated because of gross and habitual negligence? Is this allowed and what is the process for doing so? Today's episode involves an employee who is contesting her termination. But people on both sides can learn a lot from this, both employers and employees. This episode is brought to you by "The Complete Employee Discipline System" A book that teaches owners, managers, and supervisors how to handle any offense easily and systematically. It provides step-by-step procedures from incident reports all the way to the clearance process. Stand your ground and discipline with confidence. Go to info.legalguide.ph/discipline for more. *Disclaimer* The information contained in this presentation is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as legal advice. We do not guarantee any results, and the information on this presentation may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. you should not act on the basis of any content included without seeking legal or professional advice. Only your attorney can provide assurances that the information contained herein - and your interpretation of it - is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation.

    If a property is given to you, does it also belong to your spouse?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2022 28:06


    Are your parents planning to give you real property? Will the property form part of the conjugal property in case the heir is married? It's normal for our parents to give us their properties. Usually, parents like transferring their properties to their kids when they are already old… and usually, the children are already married. So what usually happens is itong lupang ito para kay Kuya, ito kay ate, itong pinakamagandang lupa kay bunso…But what if there is only one property to give away among many heirs and they all have spouses? Owners na rin ba yung spouses? This video is brought to you by "Transferring Land in the Philippines", a mini-workshop that teaches Filipinos the basic modes of transferring lands and real properties in the Philippines. It provides the pros and cons of each mode, as well as the steps and procedures so that you eliminate your confusion and successfully navigate the whole process. Transfer with confidence! A transfer without fixers! Go to info.legalguide.ph/land to learn more. --- *Disclaimer* The information contained in this presentation is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as legal advice. We do not guarantee any results, and the information in this presentation may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. you should not act on the basis of any content included without seeking legal or professional advice. Only your attorney can provide assurances that the information contained herein - and your interpretation of it - is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation.

    Can they require me to stay beyond the turnover period?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2022 26:11


    Can your employer force you to stay in your job beyond the turnover period? Do you have to stay in your job until a replacement is found before you leave? Resigning employees face this dilemma sometimes when their employer tells them not to leave until there is a replacement for their position. But let me ask, is that your responsibility? Let's find out the answer in our discussion! Let us also know your main takeaways in the comments!

    Dealing with Mental Health issues at work

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2022 29:26


    Today, we will be talking about Mental Health Issues at work and at school. To give you more things to think about and more resources to work with, we brought along a special guest, Coach Aileen Santos. Coach Aileen's background is in Counselling Psychology, a registered Guidance Counselor, and a Certified Professional Coach internationally working with schools and corporations. Let's understand deeply why employers and school administrators should be concerned with mental health. *Disclaimer* The information contained in this presentation is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as legal advice. We do not guarantee any results, and the information on this presentation may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. you should not act on the basis of any content included without seeking legal or professional advice. Only your attorney can provide assurances that the information contained herein - and your interpretation of it - is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation.

    Guide to voting for a President and Vice President

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2022 26:27


    Paano ba pumili ng Presidente at Vice President na iboboto? Ano ang dapat mong bantayan para tama ang pipiliin mo? Minsan, mas masinop pa tayo kung bibili ng TV or cellphone kaysa pag pili ng iboboto. Sisilipin mo kung ilang ram, ano ang resolution, at ano ang memory ng phone. Ngayon, tuturuan namin kayo kung paano tignan at intindihin ang specs ng isang posisyon para matulungan kayo pumili ng model o brand na tinginin nyo, magbibigay ng kailangan mo at ng bansa. This episode is a joint project with the Counsellor Institute, a non-profit organization that provides research, policy formulation, advisory, and public communication to create government policies guided by science and research. Go to https://counsellorinstitute.org/ for more information. *Disclaimer* The information contained in this presentation is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as legal advice. We do not guarantee any results, and the information on this presentation may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. you should not act on the basis of any content included without seeking legal or professional advice. Only your attorney can provide assurances that the information contained herein - and your interpretation of it - is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation.

    What do Senators and Congressmen do for you?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2022 27:35


    What do the senators and congressmen really do? What is the difference between the two? How will you know who's fit for the positions? Atty. Erwin: "When I was a child, all of the officials look the same to me. When I became an attorney, that's when I realized the benefits of the people in society are different. The functions are very much different." So, in this episode, we will share what we learned about senators, congressmen, and party-list representatives so that we can teach you how to choose wisely. This episode is a joint project with the Counselor Institute, a nonprofit organization that provides research, policy formulation, advisory, and public communication to create government policies guided by science and research. Go to www.counsellorinstitute.org for more information. *Disclaimer* The information contained in this presentation is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as legal advice. We do not guarantee any results, and the information in this presentation may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. you should not act on the basis of any content included without seeking legal or professional advice. Only your attorney can provide assurances that the information contained herein - and your interpretation of it - is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation.

    How to choose the right Governor, Mayor, Counselor, and Board Member this election.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2022 26:52


    The election is soon to come, and there are lots of people running for positions. There's a mayor, councilor, in some places, governor, board member. The question is... how would you choose the right candidate for the positions? So, the purpose of this video is to widen the selection criteria. Not the one who dances, but for you to understand what is the main reason for the positions. That way we can choose wisely who will govern efficiently for their own positions. So in this video, we will be talking about multiple positions, that will be governor, Mayor, councilors, and board members. So let's get on with it. This episode is a joint project with Counselor Institute, a nonprofit organization that provides research, policy formulation, advisory, and public communication to create government policies guided by science and research. Go to www.counsellorinstitute.org for more information. *Disclaimer* The information contained in this presentation is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as legal advice. We do not guarantee any results, and the information in this presentation may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. you should not act on the basis of any content included without seeking legal or professional advice. Only your attorney can provide assurances that the information contained herein - and your interpretation of it - is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation.

    How Do Barangay Officials Help You

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2022 24:59


    What are the roles of the people in the barangay? And, who would you know who's fit for the position you'll be voting for in the barangay. When you leave the house, the first officials you'll see are from the barangay. Tanods are included because they're the frontliners when it comes to government units. But not a lot of people understand. What are the jobs of different people in the barangay? And, if ever you don't understand what their jobs are, how will you vote correctly? Because if you don't have a base knowledge of what their jobs are for, this will be your grounds, "Ah! I know this guy!" Or "That's my neighbor." But that might not be the best grounds for voting for a candidate. So in this episode, we will be talking about the smallest government unit there is, and that is the Barangay and its officials. This episode is a joint project with a Counselor Institute, a nonprofit organization that provides research, policy formulation, advisory, and public communication to create government policies guided by science and research. Go to www.counsellorinstitute.org for more information. We will be diving into different people we put into enforcement and rulemaking capacity. This time, we'll raise it from barangay to the city and provincial levels. For you to understand what we're pointing out. So we look forward to seeing you there. So wasn't that simple? Now go make better choices. *Disclaimer* The information contained in this presentation is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as legal advice. We do not guarantee any results, and the information in this presentation may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. you should not act on the basis of any content included without seeking legal or professional advice. Only your attorney can provide assurances that the information contained herein - and your interpretation of it - is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation.

    How does the Philippine government work?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2022 26:29


    Are you confused about this election? Do you know your votes for, this May? The wall is too loud. All those comments, there are a lot of colors. They only talk about the election. But sometimes, with all of the comments for each candidate, you are the one who'll be stressed out. You might not know what will you believe in. And worse, you yourself, do not know where to be at. You know that your vote is important but you don't know anything, you don't have the tools to know who's fit to vote for. Yes, that's true. Sometimes we go with, who is the loudest, who is the most famous and who I always hear about. But you might feel that might not be enough true to be able to make an educated decision. So guys, in this series, we will be starting a new series for Legal Guide and the intention is to give you tools to give them what? Tools, for you to decide properly this election season It is better for you to understand the power that you hold By voting and your role in all of this. Very important because this is our opportunity to build our nation. This is a big responsibility for our citizens to vote for the upcoming leaders. The least that we can do as a legal guide is to arm you guys with the knowledge and tools for you to understand who you are voting for. This episode is a joint project with Councilor Institute, a nonprofit organization that provides research, policy formulation, advisory, and public communication to create government policies guided by science and research. Go to www.counsellorinstitute.org for more information. Now go make better choices.

    How to write a professional resume

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2022 27:53


    Are you applying for a job right now? Do you want to increase the chances of you getting hired? Most applicants fail to get considered because they fail to make a very good impression. And how do you make a good impression when you're applying? It's through submitting a good resume. So this episode is all about helping you guys who are trying to get into new positions or into new companies. We invited some friends from StackPH to help[ you write the perfect resume. Stick around. :) *Disclaimer* The information contained in this presentation is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as legal advice. We do not guarantee any results, and the information on this presentation may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. you should not act on the basis of any content included without seeking legal or professional advice. Only your attorney can provide assurances that the information contained herein - and your interpretation of it - is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation.

    5 Tips if you're recruiting an employee with StackPH

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2022 27:57


    Are you hiring right now? Are you having trouble finding qualified applicants? A lot of employers have a hard time finding employees who are a good fit for their team. They have a lot of questions such as: -What is one thing I could do to increase the chances of recognizing the right employee? -How important is the resume? -What are the things I should look out for in the interview? -How can I know if the applicant's career plan is aligned with us? -What's one thing I can do as a recruiter to show that I am professional? To help you guys out, we invited our friends from StackPH, a company that assists BPO businesses in filling in personnel vacancies by handling recruitment functions for them. But before that, let us do a shoutout to our reader, Anthony C, who writes: "Very helpful.. it is definitely straightforward and easy to understand. Takes a load off my mind and I'm talking about a "life savings load"

    Are You A Dummy Incorporator?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2022 27:03


    Did somebody give you 1 share or 1% share in a corporation just because they needed to complete the minimum number of shareholders? We see this a lot in family corporations and businesses. Stockholders whose names are placed in the corporation as owners, when in fact they don't have any investment in the corporation…or they're not even involved in the corporation at all. Many times we find that the owners of a corporation include the names of the owner's children. Sometimes you will even see secretaries, drivers, or even household helpers named as part owners of the company. So our question for today comes from Marie G, and she writes: “Attorney, my friend started a corporation many years back and he asked me if I can be a dummy stockholder for him along with his girlfriend, his mom, and tita (auntie). I agreed. I think he gave me 1%. Since then I do not have any update on what happened to the company. Sometimes my friend makes me sign things. But when I ask him about it, he tells me that these are routine documents. I'm worried I might get sued someday. What are my rights as a dummy? ” If you were wondering about the same thing as Marie, stick around. This episode is brought to you by the "Putting up a Corporation" workshop, an online course that orients you on the basics of starting a company in the Philippines. It talks about what is a corporation exactly, what are the things you should decide on first, before making the leap, and what is the procedure to expect when processing the papers. Get your business started right. Go to info.legalguide.ph/corporation to learn more. *Disclaimer* The information contained in this presentation is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as legal advice. We do not guarantee any results, and the information on this presentation may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. you should not act on the basis of any content included without seeking legal or professional advice. Only your attorney can provide assurances that the information contained herein - and your interpretation of it - is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation.

    What am I entitled to if I resign now?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2022 26:50


    So, you're thinking of resigning right now. But you're having second thoughts because you're not sure what you will be entitled to when you leave. We get this question a lot from readers and clients, just like our reader, Glenn, who asks: "Atty, I am hesitant to resign because I'm not sure what I would be entitled to. Can you give me some ideas on what I would get if I leave my work?" If you're thinking the same thing, stick around as we tackle these questions today. But let us do a shoutout to our reader, Angel Pineda, who writes: "Legal Guide Ph has helped me understand deeper the meaning of management prerogative and how to effectively explain it to our employees without them feeling intimidated. I learned a lot from one video! Looking forward to more videos!" This episode is brought to you by our free Legal Guide to writing Resignation Letters. It's a free online workshop that gives you a template for writing legally compliant resignation letters and teaches you the reasons for each part. It also gives you a template that you can use. We'll help you resign properly, enroll for free at info.legalguide.ph/resignationletter to get your free template and orientation today. *Disclaimer* The information contained in this presentation is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as legal advice. We do not guarantee any results, and the information on this presentation may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. you should not act on the basis of any content included without seeking legal or professional advice. Only your attorney can provide assurances that the information contained herein - and your interpretation of it - is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation.

    Tips for dealing with your Kasambahay

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2022 27:21


    What are the things you should know about having a kasambahay at home? What are the do's and don'ts you should be aware of as a boss? Just like our reader, Sam, who asks: "Hi, Atty. We're a young couple starting out. And we're about to hire our first kasambahay. Do you have any tips that would help me deal with my kasambahay fairly?" If you're thinking the same thing, stick around as we tackle these questions today. But before we proceed, we want to give a shoutout to Mark who says this about our Employee Discipline book: "It is very helpful for our business since our employees are growing fast. Employees especially the pioneers are becoming stubborn. It is hard for us to decide what to do and by reading this book, I think we know now how we can handle them." We'd love it if you can leave us your feedback as well at info.legalguide.ph/feedback who knows, your entry may be featured in the next episode. This episode is brought to you by "The Complete Employee Discipline System" A book that teaches owners, managers, and supervisors how to handle any offense easily and systematically. It provides step-by-step procedures from incident reports all the way to the clearance process. Stand your ground and discipline with confidence. Go to info.legalguide.ph/discipline to learn more. *Disclaimer* The information contained in this presentation is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as legal advice. We do not guarantee any results, and the information on this presentation may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. you should not act on the basis of any content included without seeking legal or professional advice. Only your attorney can provide assurances that the information contained herein - and your interpretation of it - is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation.

    Do We Really Need To Notarize?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2022 26:51


    Have you ever signed a document, had it notarized, and wondered... What's the purpose of all this? Do we really need to have our documents notarized all the time? Everyone, at some point in their life, has or will experience going to the notary and having their document notarized. We can find notaries everywhere, from the big law offices in Makati and BGC to the side streets close to city hall. So our question for today comes from our anonymous reader, whom we will call "Jhun-jhun" and he writes: “Attorney, I lent my friend a big amount of money. Nahihiya po ako to say kung magkano (I'm ashamed to say how much it is). We signed a document where my friend acknowledged that he owes me the amount. When my wife learned about it, she got angry because we did not notarize the document. Her friend told her that our “kasulatan” is invalid because we did not notarize it. What can I do? Help me please. ” if you were wondering about the same thing as Jhun-Jhun, stick around. This episode is brought to you by "Notary not included" a guide to the 7 most requested legal forms. It's a book that teaches what legal documents do, how they're made, and what to look out for. The book also includes downloadable soft copy templates which you ca,n use for yourself. Let legal documents help you with everyday life. Go to info.legalguide.ph/notary to learn more. *Disclaimer* The information contained in this presentation is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as legal advice. We do not guarantee any results, and the information on this presentation may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. you should not act on the basis of any content included without seeking legal or professional advice. Only your attorney can provide assurances that the information contained herein - and your interpretation of it - is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation.

    Putting Your Properties In The Name Of Your Kids

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2022 26:41


    Are you considering putting your property in the name of your kids (by selling or donation) as some sort of succession planning tool? We hear this all the time. Parents buying properties, thinking of their children's future, putting it in the names of their kids so that even as kids, they already have assets. So our question for today comes from Lani H, and she writes: “Attorney, If parents sold the property to one of their children; do they need other children's consent? It is useful because nowadays, one sibling can just persuade his/her parents to sell their property to him which serves as a home to other siblings. When the Deed of Sale is executed and the ownership is transferred, the sibling who bought the property can evict even his parents and his other siblings.” If you were wondering about the same thing, stick around. This video was brought to you by the free Legal Guide to Estate Settlement documents. It's a checklist of the documents you will need when settling the estate of a loved one. Grab your free copy at info.legalguide.ph/estatedocuments today. *Disclaimer* The information contained in this presentation is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as legal advice. We do not guarantee any results, and the information on this presentation may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. you should not act on the basis of any content included without seeking legal or professional advice. Only your attorney can provide assurances that the information contained herein - and your interpretation of it - is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation.

    Can the employee leave earlier if they complete the turnover before the 30-day period?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2022 27:19


    If the employee resigns and they've completed the turnover, are they required to stay? How can they leave even if the 30-day turnover isn't done yet? A lot of resigning (or about to resign employees) have this on their mind just like our reader, Kira, who asks: "Atty, I have recently resigned from my job due to family matters and conflicts. I gave the resignation letter to our manager on the same date. I also endorsed and turned over all the files to my co-workers. I asked my boss if I can just render a 1-day turnover, to which he said no. I said that I won't come back anymore. Can I do that? Can I still get my COE and final pay?" If you're thinking the same thing, stick around as we tackle these questions today. This episode is brought to you our free Legal Guide to writing Resignation Letters. It's a free online workshop that gives you a template for writing legally compliant resignation letters and teaches you the reasons for each part. It also gives you a template that you can use. We'll help you resign properly. Enroll for free at info.legalguide.ph/resignationletter to get your free template and orientation today. *Disclaimer* The information contained in this presentation is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as legal advice. We do not guarantee any results, and the information on this presentation may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. you should not act on the basis of any content included without seeking legal or professional advice. Only your attorney can provide assurances that the information contained herein - and your interpretation of it - is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation.

    How to terminate employees properly?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2022 27:42


    How do you terminate an employee properly in the Philippines? Are there requirements that need my attention as a boss? This seems to be a recurring question from our readers and clients so we decided to make a video out of it. Just like our reader, Kyle, who asks: Attorney, I have an employee that committed a violation at work. I was about to tell him "You're fired!" but my business partner held me back and told me to calm down. She also told me to follow due process, but I have no idea what that means. Can you help me?" If you're thinking the same thing, stick around as we tackle these questions today. This episode is brought to you by "The Complete Employee Discipline System" A book that teaches owners, managers, and supervisors how to handle any offense easily and systematically. It provides step-by-step procedures from incident reports all the way to the clearance process. Stand your ground and discipline with confidence. Go to info.legalguide.ph/discipline to learn more. *Disclaimer* The information contained in this presentation is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as legal advice. We do not guarantee any results, and the information on this presentation may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. you should not act on the basis of any content included without seeking legal or professional advice. Only your attorney can provide assurances that the information contained herein - and your interpretation of it - is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation.

    What are employees supposed to do during the turnover period?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2022 27:01


    So you've passed your resignation papers, and you're now turning them over with your previous employer. But you're wondering "What am I supposed to be doing right now?" Just like our reader, Luchiel, who asks: "I just want to clarify things regarding my resignation. My employer asked me to present a report to the board of directors because my manager can't report it. Am I allowed to decline because I am just an associate? Second, should I just do my turnover and clearance during this period and not do the "business as usual" because I already have a replacement. Thank you for answering. I really need some advice." If you're thinking the same thing, stick around as we tackle these questions today. This episode is brought to you by "The Complete Employee Discipline System" A book that teaches owners, managers, and supervisors how to handle any offense easily and systematically. It provides step-by-step procedures from incident reports all the way to the clearance process. Stand your ground and discipline with confidence. Go to info.legalguide.ph/discipline to learn more. *Disclaimer* The information contained in this presentation is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as legal advice. We do not guarantee any results, and the information on this presentation may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. you should not act on the basis of any content included without seeking legal or professional advice. Only your attorney can provide assurances that the information contained herein - and your interpretation of it - is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation.

    What if there was no employment contract given?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2022 26:53


    A good indicator that a business is being run professionally is if they issue employment contracts to employees. It takes a mature business to realize the value of an employment contract and use it to make its legal systems easier to run. But the employment contract leads to so many misconceptions, both on the employer's and the employee's side. One of the most common questions we get on our site is a variation of: "Attorney, my employer didn't issue me an employment contract. Can I immediately resign?" Or on the side of the employer, they ask: "Attorney, I want to terminate an employee. I didn't issue him an employment contract. Can I just remove him now?" If you've been wondering about the same things because of the lack of an employment contract, stay tuned. This video was brought to you by "How to draft a probationary contract" an online workshop that teaches owners, managers, and supervisors how to create the most important contract during recruitment. This course covers the key features and clauses you need to include as well as tips and best practices to make your life as a recruiting officer easier. Draft your next probationary contract in minutes. Go to info.legalguide.ph/probationary to learn more. *Disclaimer* The information contained in this presentation is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as legal advice. We do not guarantee any results, and the information on this presentation may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. you should not act on the basis of any content included without seeking legal or professional advice. Only your attorney can provide assurances that the information contained herein - and your interpretation of it - is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation.

    How To Choose A Business Partner

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2021 27:39


    They say that "The key to a happy life is a happy wife.” That's for romantic relationships, but I think that principle applies equally to business relationships. Having a good partner ensures that all of your actions are in line and you can focus on external challenges as a team. This is one of the things our student, Sam, was thinking of when he asked: "Attorney, I'm currently setting up a business and I want to ask a friend to be one of my business partners. But since this is the first time I'm doing this, I'm not sure if this is the right direction. What should I look for in a business partner so that we can have a prosperous and legally-smooth business together?" If you're in a similar situation as Sam, stick around to find out. This episode is brought to you by the "Putting up a Corporation" workshop, an online course that orients you on the basics of starting a company in the Philippines. It talks about what is a corporation exactly, what are the things you should decide on first before making the leap, and what is the procedure to expect when processing the papers. Get your business started right. Go to info.legalguide.ph/corporation to learn more. *Disclaimer* The information contained in this presentation is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as legal advice. We do not guarantee any results, and the information on this presentation may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. you should not act on the basis of any content included without seeking legal or professional advice. Only your attorney can provide assurances that the information contained herein - and your interpretation of it - is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation.

    What is contract to sell?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2021 26:45


    If you're buying real property such as a lot, condo or house, then congratulations! It's going to be helpful if you're confident with all of the documents and the title transfer process. At some point in the process, you will encounter the CONTRACT TO SELL, one of the most common legal documents out there. But some people ask, "What exactly is a Contract to sell?" Most people keep signing it without understanding what it's for. Sometimes they ask "How is this different from a Deed of Absolute Sale? How do i make one and ensure that it contains everything that i need." If you're asking the same thing, then stick around as we talk about it on today's episode. This episode is brought to you by "Notary not included" a guide to the 7 most requested legal forms. It's a book that teaches what legal documents do, how they're made and what to look out for. The book also includes downloadable soft copy templates which you can use for yourself. Let legal documents help you with everyday life. Go to info.legalguide.ph/notary to learn more. *Disclamer* The information contained in this presentation is provided for informational purpose only, and should not be construed as legal advice. We do not guarantee any results, and the information on this presentation may not constitute the most-up-to-date legal or other information. you should not act on the basis on any content included without seeking legal or professional advice. Only your attorney can provide assurances that the information contained herein - and your interpretation of it - is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation.

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