Philippine Bar review · Question

Practice question: Coverage; Exclusions; Dependents; Beneficiaries; Benefits

Essay Medium Jurisprudence

Practice question

Distinguish a dependent-parent claim from the legal-heir fallback under Section 21(c).

Legal references

  • RA 8291, Section 21(c), survivorship cash payment and legal-heir fallback: https://elibrary.judiciary.gov.ph/thebookshelf/showdocs/2/4363
  • Laroco v. GSIS Committee on Claims, G.R. No. 267620, February 24, 2026, main decision: https://lawphil.net/judjuris/juri2026/feb2026/gr_267620_2026.html

Answer this question in flashcards to review your response and continue practicing.