Statutory Construction Explained

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Last updated: Dec 07, 2025

Level All

Language English

Enrolments 14 students

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About This Course

Statutory Construction Explained will teach you how to read, understand, and apply legal provisions with confidence. This course breaks down the rules and principles courts use to interpret statutes—like verba legis, ejusdem generis, and the intent of the legislature. Whether you're a law student or preparing for the bar, this course equips you with the tools to analyze legal texts the way...

What you'll learn

Fundamentals Simplified – Understand the principles of statutory interpretation clearly.
Rule Application – Learn how to reconcile conflicting laws and interpret vague provisions.
Case-Based Insights – Analyze landmark cases to see how courts apply statutory rules.
Exam and Recitation Readiness – Build confidence to answer questions with precision.
Practical Skills – Apply statutory construction in legal writing and arguments.

Course Curriculum

1 Topic

5 Lessons

3 hrs : 38 mins : 47 sec total length

Statutory Construction

5 Lectures
3 hrs : 38 mins : 47 sec

This course breaks down the rules and principles courts use to interpret statutes—like verba legis, ejusdem generis, and the intent of the legislature.

Video 1

1 hr : 8 mins : 27 sec

Introduction and Historical Development
Video 2

33 mins : 44 sec

Principles & Tools
Video 3

54 mins : 47 sec

Philippine Statutory Construction Origins
Video 4

27 mins : 43 sec

Dealing with Ambiguity and Conflicting Statutes
Video 5

34 mins : 6 sec

Specific Rules of Construction in the Philippines