Atty. John Paul P. Nabua

Price Hikes or Bayanihan? The Choice is Ours

dailychroniclephOctober 28, 2024October 28, 202407 mins

In the wake of Typhoon Kristine, we’ve seen it all—floods, landslides, and sadly, opportunists. Many areas across the Philippines have declared a state of calamity, including the hardest-hit Bicol Region. With that declaration comes an important protection for consumers: a price freeze on basic commodities. Under the Price Act (Republic Act No. 7581), when a…

Is Your TikTok Copyrightable?

dailychroniclephOctober 21, 2024October 21, 2024011 mins

The TikTok phenomenon allows users like Jools LeBron and NEYOW to gain fame through viral content, but also opens doors for intellectual property issues. While creative expressions can be protected, slogans may not qualify for trademark unless linked to a brand, highlighting the importance of understanding rights in content creation.