Last 06 August 2022 (Saturday), the law firm, MAD Law, invited me to be one of their guest lecturers/speakers for their law school preparation webinar. Atty. Miles Fajardo, one of the firm’s managing partners, gave me the task to talk about the topic law school mindset and how having the right one can help anyone in surviving – more so – thriving in law school. The Law School Preparation Webinar The law school preparation webinar had over 100 sign ups, and it started at 1:00 p.m. My fellow lecturers and the rest of the founding partners of MAD Law, namely Atty. Joel Duquitan and Atty. Arthur ..read more

Law students, particularly those of you who have just begun studying your Civil Code, know that “laws shall take effect after fifteen days following the completion of their publication either in the Official Gazette, or in a newspaper of general circulation in the Philippines, unless it is otherwise provided”, pursuant to Article 2 of Republic Act No. 386, as amended by Executive Order No. 200, s. 1987. However, in view of the technological advances of our modern time, you may agree with the opinion that there is a need to modify the ways and means of publishing laws, rules, and regulations f ..read more

Yes, you read it right — there are benefits of online games to law students, which most of us haven’t maximized yet. Surprised. Well, that’s understandable. I can imagine that skeptic frown you’re doing now as you read this. Well, who wouldn’t? In the first place, elders and teachers alike taught us that online games are bad for our physical health and cognitive development. Almost all of us had surely seen how most people would ostracize online and computer games (Shoutout to my mother! Lol.) However, what most of us don’t realize is that they’re actually good both for kids and adults ..read more

Have you ever felt guilty of taking a 20-minute break from your law school readings because you end up playing online games? If you did, I totally get you. But, please, stop feeling guilty about it. There’s nothing wrong with it. Actually, it has certain benefits that can give your studying a boost. In this article, I will share with you the wonders of online gaming during study breaks and some of my favorite FREE online / browser-based games you might want to try. 5 Benefits of Playing Online Games During Study Breaks Believe it or don’t, online gaming has untapped p ..read more

When I entered law school as a working professional, I anticipated piles of case readings or assignments from law professors. I knew I had to do something to digest case readings faster and more efficiently. Some professors “”showered”” us with case readings (Lol). Others would assign few ones, but were actually 100+ pages each. To make things worse, I have to work while studying law. As such, I have very limited time to study. Quantity vs. Quality “”Should I digest more cases or understand more of them?””Like me, I know you’ve asked this question a number of times. Whenever I would “digest ..read more

House Bill No. 5653, introduced by Rizal 2nd District Representative Atty. Juan Fidel Nograles, seeks to respond to the evolving mobility needs of Filipino people and to bridge the gaps in the current state of our public transportation. We are well aware that there has been a clamor for change in our public transportation system, and it is but high time for a legal measure like this to address such a crucial public concern. Read the full text, as filed in the House of Representatives, here. The post House Bill No. 5653: Magna Carta for Commuters Bill appeared first on Totetally Legal ..read more

You’re probably contemplating on when it makes sense to rent vs. buy your own property. Perhaps, you’ve struggled enough with straining commutes in the last few years of your law school life. And you’re now looking into getting your own space near your university. Don’t worry, I feel your sentiments. I know for a fact that law students have to deal with so many workloads every single day. Indeed, deciding when it makes sense to rent vs. buy a home can be scary at first. On that note, allow me to help you to think through your decision. Things That Will Help You Know When It Makes Sense to Ren ..read more

The protection of the Sierra Madre mountain range is such an underrated measure. In view of the debilitating effects of the recent severe flooding of some parts of the Cagayan Valley province and other areas outlying this mountain range, I agree that it’s high time to have a law that will holistically address the issues besetting the area. (This issue is close to my heart because the Siuagan clan hail from Cagayan Valley.) We may recall that the Sierra Made mountain range primarily acts as the country’s “fortress” against typhoons. While it may not completely halt the typhoons coming our way ..read more

When tourists plan a trip in Canada, the most obvious targets always seem to be Toronto or Vancouver: but there’s more out there than these two metropolitan areas.  Alberta as a whole has some of the most incredible people, most breathtaking sights, and unique experiences that you’ll never want to forget. Regardless of what usually inspires you to travel: you’ll find your purpose in Alberta. #1 — Edmonton Sights and Arts (a law students’ getaway for creativity) Although Calgary may be the better-known city in Alberta: Edmonton holds its own.  With weekly pop-up festi ..read more

If you’re ready to sell your property, you might be excited about the market and think that you know what to expect: but your job isn’t done yet!  There are some things every homeowner should do before putting their house on the market if they want to make sure they can get the most money possible for it. These are the top little things that have a huge impact on every home’s resale value. How Updated the Interior Is The interior of a home should feel welcoming and done, as though the buyer could move in tomorrow and not feel like they have to update anything.  Although you can add ..read more