Amicus Curiae
8 July 2026
Waging a War on “W”: On the Dominancy Test Down to the Letter
Can a company assert ownership and exclusivity over a single letter?
The Supreme Court tackled this issue with nuance in the case of Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, LLC (formerly Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide Inc.), v. Oceanic Empire Limited, promulgated on 28 January 2026.
1 July 2026
Konektadong Pinoy Act: Expanding Access, Redefining Competition
The new Konektadong Pinoy Act (KPA), which took effect on 23 August 2025, marks a significant shift in how the Philippines approaches digital infrastructure.
Positioned as a comprehensive framework for data transmission and connectivity, the new law and implementing rules and regulations (IRR) aims to dismantle longstanding structural barriers in the telecoms sector while accelerating universal internet access. As with any transformative reform, its promise is matched by the complexity of its implementation.
10 June 2026
Rationalizing Spectrum User Fees in the Age of 4G and 5G
At the core of Republic Act No. 12234 or the Konektadong Pinoy Act (KPA), which took effect on 14 September 2025, is the policy objective of expanding digital connectivity while promoting fair competition and efficient use of spectrum resources. The KPA and its implementing rules and regulations contemplate future reforms in spectrum allocation, pricing, and utilization, as telecommunications technologies continue to evolve.
29 May 2026
More Than a Name: Trademark Law as a Shield for One’s Image and Likeness
In today’s digital age, a person’s identity has become one of the most valuable assets he or she can own. Because of the rise of social media, artificial intelligence, and the content creator economy, a person’s identity now carries significant commercial value, creating opportunities for endorsements and business ventures.
Points of Law
31 May 2018
Point of Law
Portrait of a statesman
On May 13, 2018, the nation mourned the loss of one of the greatest statesmen to have served the country: Sen. Edgardo J. Angara.
25 May 2018
Point of Law
Legal robots
In the past, it was thought that only simple jobs could be replaced by technology. However, with the onset of artificial intelligence (AI), even work which requires legal analysis is about to face stiff competition.
3 May 2018
Point of Law
Right to travel
After years of uncertainty, the Supreme Court (SC) finally laid to rest whether the Department of Justice, through its chief, may issue hold departure orders (HDOs) and watchlist orders (“WLOs”) to prevent people under investigation from leaving the country.
19 April 2018
Point of Law
Whatever happened to ‘My Husband’s Lover’ bill?
With the recent progress of House Bills 6027 and 6595, more popularly known as the divorce bill and same-sex marriage bill, respectively, proponents say the Philippines is set to finally join the ranks of countries that have modernized their laws on marriage and family relations.
Others
28 October 2025
Others
Jacqueline Ann A. Tan’s Article on Tax Deductibility
ACCRALAW Partner and Tax Department Monitor Jacqueline Ann A. Tan was featured in Asia Business Law Journal for writing “Reasonable criteria for tax deductibility in Philippines”.
8 May 2025
Others
Justine A. Navarro’s Updates on Philippine Competition Law
ACCRALAW Senior Associate Justine A. Navarro was featured in Asia Business Law Journal (“ABLJ”) for writing “Reviewing a decade of Philippine competition law”.
24 April 2025
Others
The Legal 500’s Country Comparative Guide on Construction
ACCRALAW contributed the Philippine chapter of The Legal 500’s Country Comparative Guide on Construction for 2025.
21 April 2025
Others
John Paul M. Gaba’s Updates on Philippine Data Privacy Law
ACCRALAW Partner John Paul M. Gaba was featured in Asia Business Law Journal (“ABLJ”) for writing the Philippine chapter of “A Regulatory Update on Data Privacy”, an overview of recent legal developments in data protection in India, Taiwan, and the Philippines.