Tag: Psychological Incapacity
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Can You Remarry Without an Annulment or Declaration of Nullity in the Philippines?
Imagine this: a person has been separated from a spouse for many years. They no longer live together, have built separate lives, and may even believe that the marriage has already ended. Years later, the person meets someone new and wants to get married again. A common question then arises: Can a person remarry simply…
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Can You File an Annulment or Declaration of Nullity in the Philippines While Living Abroad?
Introduction: Living Abroad Does Not Automatically Prevent a Philippine Petition Many Filipinos live or work abroad for employment, business, or other reasons. Some may eventually face questions about their marital status and wonder: Can a petition for annulment or declaration of nullity still be filed in the Philippines even if one or both spouses live…
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Annulment in the Philippines: What You Need to Know Before Filing a Case
Marriage carries legal, personal, and social consequences. However, some marriages encounter serious problems that lead one spouse to consider annulment. Many Filipinos hear stories about annulment cases from friends, relatives, or social media. Unfortunately, these stories often create confusion about how the process actually works. Before filing a case, it is important to understand that…
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Filing Annulment cases while abroad: A Comprehensive Guide for OFWs and Foreigners
Imagine Maria, a dedicated nurse working in Dubai for the last five years. While she works long shifts to provide for her family, she discovers that her husband in the Philippines has established a second family. Maria wants to move on and legally dissolve her marriage, but she faces a daunting reality: she cannot afford…
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Unseen Scars: A Comprehensive Analysis of Psychological Violence Under RA 9262 in the Philippines
Violence within the Filipino family has historically been viewed through a narrow lens, often limited to visible physical injuries. However, the enactment of Republic Act No. 9262, known as the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004, acknowledged a profound truth: the deepest wounds are often those that do not bleed. Psychological violence—an…
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A Complete Guide to Annulment in the Philippines: Process, Requirements, Timeline, and Costs
I. Introduction: The Reality of Marriage Dissolution in the Philippines Some marriages aren’t meant to last forever. In fact, the law may even recognize that certain marriages should never have existed in the first place. Married life can be challenging, and it becomes even more difficult when the relationship began under unhealthy circumstances such as…
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Understanding the Nullity of Marriage in the Philippines: Psychological Incapacity Explained
Marriage is meant to be a lifelong partnership, but what happens when one or both spouses are fundamentally incapable of fulfilling their marital duties? For some, the issue isn’t just incompatibility or a failing relationship—it’s something deeper and more serious. In the Philippines, the law provides a remedy for marriages that were never valid from…
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Understanding Annulment Proceedings in the Philippines
Developments in Jurisprudence on the Nullity of Marriage in the Philippines Marriage is a lifelong commitment, but not all marriages are legally valid. In the Philippines, the nullity of marriage is governed by the Family Code, and over the years, jurisprudence has refined the interpretation of laws regarding void marriages. Judicial Declaration of Nullity is…
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