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Labor Law and Social Legislation: A Simplified Q&A Reviewer and Guide for Bar Examinees, Students, and Practitioners
Driven by my passion to support law students, bar examination candidates, and labor law practitioners, I created this simplified labor law and social legislation reviewer and guide. This book adopts a dual approach, combining bar syllabus-based topics (highlighting key decisions of the bar chairpersons for the 2025 and 2026 bar examinations) with practice-oriented subjects. This approach aims to equip readers for success in their academic and professional pursuits. To familiarize bar examinees with potential questions, I have included selected bar examination questions from 2004 to 2024, along with my suggested answers. Additionally, this book incorporates the latest laws and cases to ensure readers stay up-to-date.
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Empire of Shadows: The Hidden Architects of Power
This book is not just an exposé; it is a call to arms. If you’ve ever questioned why history repeats itself, why financial crashes always seem to benefit a select few, why wars erupt on schedule, or why technology is advancing at the cost of individual freedom—this book is for you. You will come to understand the mechanisms of control, from intelligence agencies running clandestine programs like MKUltra and Operation Paperclip to the financial elites shaping policy behind closed doors. We will delve into how these covert operations have laid the foundation for an interconnected web of influence that transcends borders and governments, shaping the very fabric of modern society.
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Bar Reviewer in Remedial Law (Syllabus-Based) Volume 1
This Bar Reviewer in Remedial Law: Syllabus-Based was crafted to serve as a focused and accessible companion for every Bar examinee tackling the complex field of Remedial Law. Anchored directly on the Supreme Court prescribed Bar syllabus, this reviewer streamlines essential doctrines, procedural rules, and jurisprudential highlights into a structured format. Recognizing the vast scope of Remedial Law, this book aims not to overwhelm, but to clarify. Each section is arranged according to the sequence of topics in the syllabus, allowing for efficient study in preparation for the Bar Examinations. It is our hope that this reviewer aids you not only in passing the Bar but in gaining a deeper, more confident grasp of Remedial Law as applied in practice.
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Torts and Damages
This book, a work of art, is a product of the author’s three (3) decades of teaching experience in College, Juris Doctor, PRC and Bar Review, as well as in the Postgraduate (LL.M and DCL) level.
Laws and cases on Torts and Damages are so interesting, that it basically involves everyday conflicts, dilemmas, and incidents in the life of an average Filipino. Immersing oneself with the topics and jurisprudence on Torts will give leverage on how to legally assert one’s rights if confronted with negligence, whether a plaintiff or a defendant.
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Pre-Week Reviewer in Political Law
This pre-week reviewer is a concise summary of possible topics for the bar examinations in Political Law. In this regard, I wish all the best for the examinee using this as his or her pre-week reviewer, and I hope and pray for his or her success in taking the bar examinations.
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Wills and Succession
This book on Wills and Succession is being presented by the author in the format of which he has been known: in a sequential manner that disregards the arrangement of the Civil Code which focuses more on the subject.
This book starts off with a definition of Succession in order to set the table. As part of this text’s intention to disregard the arrangement of the Civil Code and focus on the subject (as mentioned above), the individual who shall succeed shall be discussed thereafter consisting of the following topics: 1) the capacity to succeed by will or intestacy; 2) relationship; and 3) Compulsory heirs.
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Pre-Week Reviewer in Remedial Law
The Pre-Week Reviewer in Remedial Law is an essential resource for law students gearing up for their examinations. Authored by the esteemed Judge Janice L. Andrade-Udarbe, this comprehensive book offers an organized approach to understanding the complex subject of remedial law. Whether you are reviewing individual topics or preparing for a broader examination, this guide is tailored to meet your academic needs.
Judge Andrade-Udarbe has meticulously compiled critical concepts, case summaries, and practical examples within this review. The content is structured in a manner that promotes effective learning and retention of essential topics in remedial law. Each chapter includes rich explanations and key highlights that facilitate a deeper understanding of how remedial law operates in real-world scenarios. This book is designed not just for rote memorization but also for empowering students to apply their knowledge confidently in actual legal contexts.
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Labor Laws in the Philippines
The 2025 Edition of Labor Laws in the Philippines: A Logical and Creative Restatement is no mere academic exercise. It is a structured, innovative, and spirit‐filled undertaking to make labor law logical, learnable, and livable for law students, bar examinees, HR practitioners, labor lawyers, business owners, union leaders, and policy advocates. Written with methodical precision and pedagogical insight, the book traces the life cycle of employment from first contact to final cessation—from recruitment to retirement, from collective bargaining to compliance litigation. It is both comprehensive and chronological, mapping the doctrinal evolution of labor law while weaving into it the more recent developments that define our legal horizon.
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Corporate Law Annotated
This book serves as a valuable resource and ready reference for legal practitioners, business owners, academics, and students seeking to understand the dynamics of corporate law in the Philippines. By comparing the provisions of the old and new Revised Corporation Code, this work will not only serve as a legal reference to the readers but also contribute to the ongoing discourse on corporate governance and business development in the Philippines.
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Hospital Bullies in the Philippine Clerkship and Residency Training (Volume 5)
The book Hospital Bullies in the Philippine Clerkship and Residency Training: A Book of Discernment for Physicians, Nurses, and Psychologists is one of a kind in the Philippine publications that tackles the latent but pervasive issues of bullying inside the training hospitals and medical centers in the Philippines. This book will serve as an eye opener to enlighten the minds of both bullies and victims against the prevailing culture of bullying that has corrupted the minds of physicians from time immemorial. The book will expose bullying as deviant and uncivilized practice in the 21st century.
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A Voice in the Wilderness: A Path to Wholeness
I’ve sat with individuals who have walked this trail, witnessed the strength it acquires to simply inhale after such a violation. I’ve seen how the world repeatedly turn their back, leaving survivors to navigate a field of pain alone. This book is conceived from that observation, from that deep yearning to illumine the path through the wilderness.
Imagine this book as a symphony of healing, a composition in three distinct movements. The first movement, ‘The Wilderness of Trauma,’ will be a somber exploration of the depths of pain, a confrontation with the harsh realities of sexual assault. The second movement, ‘Finding a Voice in the Wilderness,’ will be a crescendo of courage, a gathering of voices that rise from the ashes of violation, guided by the timeless melodies of biblical wisdom.
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HEARTSONG: Mga Tulang sa Puso Nagmula
In these poems, Ruben deals with both personal and social topics, from his beloved wife’s recent passing to the Pinoy’s legendary patience. Poetry’s magic, of course, is that it transmutes the personal into the social, and the social into the personal, so that the poet’s loss becomes our own, and our sentiments in turn become enlarged into our people’s.
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The True “Balikbayan” (Return to Native Land)
My book covers my life in the Philippines; my life in America; my travels to other countries; my return to my country to retire and stay permanently as a Balikbayan with a mission in mind for my beautiful country and its people. It reveals my dreams, my prayers, and my views as a TRUE “BALIKBAYAN”.
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500+ Philippine Hokkien Nouns
This book contains more than 550 Philippine Hokkien nouns arranged by topics. Some words from Mainland Chinese Hokkien and Taiwanese Hokkien have been added to help familiarize the readers with the variants used in other regional Hokkien dialects. There are 37 topics in this book.
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The General Contractor’s Handbook (Philippine Edition)
Whether you’re just starting out or already managing multiple sites, this book is meant to be your reliable companion. Inside, you’ll find everything from legal foundations and contract templates to project systems, pricing strategies, and checklists—all designed to help you work smarter, avoid costly mistakes, and run a more professional business.
The goal isn’t just to finish projects. The goal is to build with confidence, with systems, and with a long-term mindset.
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The Pamplona Ibanag-English Dictionary: A Maiden Edition
The Ibanag langage is just one among hundreds of indigenous languages and dialects in the Philippines. It is spoken by about half-a-million people, most particularly in the provinces of Cagayan and Isabela, especially in the towns of Tuguegarao, Solana, Abulug, Aparri, Pamplona, Lallo, Cabagan, and Ilagan. And even in these places, the Ibanag language takes on different forms, written and oral.
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Law on Corporate Securities
This humble work has a two-fold purpose: the first one is a bit of nostalgia for both of us, when we used to work with the Securities and Exchange Commission, which laid the basis of our understanding and knowledge on Corporation and Securities Law. We were blessed and benefited by our stints with the SEC that this is a way to express our gratitude and to translate our experience into this book on corporate securities.
The second purpose, on the other hand, is the ultimate reason on writing this book on Corporate Securities. The student of law may be quite intimidated by the concept of Securities Regulation, considering that the concepts involved here are technical and statistical (particularly actuarial) in nature. Likewise, the layman is exposed in the trading of securities, and most of the time, is unwary of the risks and legalities in their investments in which their purpose is to gain profits may be jeopardized by their lack of legal knowledge before dealing with securities transactions.
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Constitutional Law: The State and Branches of Government
This timely revision includes the latest doctrine and jurisprudence in this particular work on the State and Branches of Government not encompassed in the first edition. These recent decisions touched upon the delegation of emergency powers, dual citizenship, immunity from suits in relation to international organizations, limitations imposed upon congressional investigations, electoral qualifications, and presidential amnesties, among others. The author also included a new chapter on National Economy and Patrimony, which deserves a separate and distinct discussion of its own.
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IUS GENTIUM: Notes in Public International Law
Increasing relations between States — whether military alliances, economic partnerships and other links — have made rules of a transnational, international character indispensable. The rise of legal regimes — the World Trade Organization, the community law of the European Union, the whole regime of international criminal law — are three of many examples. There is also no doubt that the institutions of international law have become prominent. In the Philippines, the investigation of former President Rodrigo Roa Duterte by the International Criminal Court in connection with the ruthless “war on drugs” during his administration has brought the Court to the attention of many Filipinos. The Arbitral Award that gave the Philippines a resounding victory of the Peoples Republic of China have also initiated many Filipinos to the workings of dispute resolution under the Convention on the Law of the Sea. The laudable decision of Finland and Sweden to join the North Atlantic Treaty Organization despite Russia’s saber-rattling, and the willingness of the European Union to consider the membership of Georgia highlight the prominence of new forms of international legal personality.
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TOP Notes in Commercial Law
This book is the product of long days, longer nights, and a relentless drive to assist those who dare to dream the lofty dream of becoming a lawyer. It is written for the daunting souls who resolved, despite the odds, to make lawyers of themselves.
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Foundations of Practice in Midwifery
In this comprehensive work, the author profoundly explores midwifery, tracing its historical roots and expanding on modern midwives’ current practices and challenges. Through careful research and insight, this book is a resource for those entering the profession. It offers valuable perspectives for healthcare providers, educators, and advocates who wish to understand better the integral role midwives play in promoting maternal and neonatal health.
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Legal Foundations in Midwifery Practice
Legal Foundations in Midwifery Practice is a timely and indispensable contribution to midwifery education and professional development in the Philippines. It serves as a comprehensive and thoughtfully organized resource that delves deeply into the laws, regulations, policies, and ethical standards governing the practice of midwifery. This book is designed to empower a broad spectrum of readers—students, educators, practicing midwives, institutional leaders, and policy advocates—with the critical knowledge and legal literacy necessary to navigate the dynamic intersections of health, law, and ethics.
Its commitment to bridging the often daunting gap between legal theory and clinical application makes this work particularly commendable. By integrating detailed statutory analysis with real-world case studies, current professional guidelines, and policy discourse, the book creates a practical yet intellectually rigorous foundation for understanding legal accountability in midwifery. It does not merely inform—it equips. Readers are guided to think critically, act ethically, and advocate confidently for women’s rights and the highest standards of maternal care.
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Midwifery Research Proposal Writing
This book, Midwifery Research Proposal Writing: From Concept to Completion, is designed to guide midwives, students, and researchers through the intricate process of developing a compelling research proposal. By providing a structured, step-by-step approach, this book ensures that aspiring midwifery researchers can articulate their research questions, justify their studies, and develop a solid foundation for evidence-based inquiry.
This book is essential because it focuses on midwifery-specific research challenges, ethical considerations, and real-world applications. With a strong emphasis on practical examples and structured guidelines, it demystifies the complexities of proposal writing. It provides a clear pathway from idea conception to a well-drafted research proposal.
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21st Century Midwifery Paradigm
This book delves into the transformative role of midwifery, exploring how midwives are shaping the future of maternal and child health. Examining emerging trends, best practices, and the challenges midwives face worldwide offers a comprehensive resource for students, educators, policymakers, and healthcare professionals. The insights and expertise shared in this book are intended to inform and inspire innovation and excellence in midwifery practice.
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Primer on Preliminary Investigation and Inquest Proceedings
This is a seminal work on the new rules on preliminary investigation and inquest proceedings. It intends to serve as a basic tool and guide on the reform initiatives on the administration of justice, specifically on the investigation and prosecution of crimes by our prosecutors and law enforcement agencies. Because of the desire of the government to have a more expeditious, efficient and less expensive administration of justice, there came the burning desire, the persistent push and the all-consuming focus to primacy of the rule of law and the adherence to compassionate justice in our country.
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