Question

Legitimate and illegitimate children have rights and entitlements according to the provisions of the Family Code. In accordance with Family Code, Article 174, legitimate children are granted specific rights. To determine your knowledge and understanding of these rights, consider the following scenario:

Marita and Juan are married and have a son named Miguel. Unfortunately, due to irreconcilable differences, Marita and Juan decided to separate and file for legal separation. As the legal process progresses, Marita wants to ensure that Miguel's rights as a legitimate child are protected.

Based on the given scenario and the provisions of the Family Code, answer the following questions:

1. What are the specific rights granted to legitimate children under Family Code, Article 174? Explain how these rights apply to Miguel in the scenario above.
2. Is Miguel entitled to any privileges or benefits as a legitimate child in terms of succession and support? Discuss the relevant provisions of the Family Code and how they apply to Miguel's situation.