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Getting to Know You, The AMLA Way By: Atty. Marisol O. Sison Customer due diligence in the financial industry is akin to getting to know someone before embarking on a long-term relationship. Just as individuals assess compatibility, potential red flags, and shared values, covered persons (e.g. Banko Sentral ng Pilipinas supervised entities, Securities and Exchange...

Dependent No More: The Non-Applicability of the Dependency Test for POEA Death Benefits By: Atty. Hans Richmond Ong Navigating the law can be as challenging as the seas themselves. For seafarers and their families, their financial security often hinges on the interpretation of key regulations, particularly those governing death benefits under the Philippine Overseas Employment...

Going Green: Sustainable Business Practices for a Sustainable Future By: Atty. Ma. Katrina Rafaelle M. Ortiz In today’s evolving business environment, the pursuit of profit remains as an important objective for businesses and other economies. However, there are recent shifts in stakeholder priorities which indicates that profit alone is no longer the primary concern. Key...