Tessa Prieto sued her ex-girlfriend for physical abuse. Are lesbian relationships covered by the anti-violence against women and their children law?

M ANILA, Philippines — Abandoning one’s spouse is a form of psychological and emotional abuse, which is punishable under the ...

The Supreme Court (SC) has reiterated that psychological evaluations are not required to prove psychological violence under the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children (VAWC) Act.

Makati Prosecutor's Office issues order recommending charging Angel Chua (right) of violating the Anti-VAWC Act for inflicting physical harm on Tessa Prieto (left). However, Chua's arraignment is ...