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Latest Daily Tribune news and analysis on Philippine labor law.
Can repeated pressure to resign and threats of criminal charges amount to constructive dismissal in the Philippines? Atty. Kathy Larios explains how Philippine…
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An employee dismissed for poor performance may, in certain circumstances, receive separation pay as financial assistance under Philippine jurisprudence,…
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A legal expert explains that constructive dismissal requires substantial evidence showing an employee was effectively forced to resign, emphasizing that…
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A labor law expert explains when compromise agreements reached through the Department of Labor and Employment are final and binding, highlighting employee…
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A legal advisory explains that under Philippine labor law, employees who resign are generally not entitled to separation pay unless supported by a contract or…
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Learn your rights as an employee in the Philippines regarding overtime pay, even if on a fixed monthly salary, and practical steps to address non-compliance…
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An employee caught stealing cash from the workplace can be lawfully terminated under Philippine labor law if due process is observed. Employers may also pursue…
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Learn your legal right to retire at 60 in the Philippines and receive the correct retirement pay under Labor Code and RA 7641, regardless of company policy.
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This ruling sends a clear and timely reminder: the protection afforded to OFWs does not end upon deployment.
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Employees in the Philippines have the right to resign, but the mandatory 30-day notice period is discretionary, allowing employers to decide whether to accept…
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Maxine seeks legal advice on overtime pay after her company classified her as a managerial employee, potentially denying her extra compensation despite working…
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Learn your rights about retracting a resignation in the workplace, based on Philippine labor laws and Supreme Court rulings. Find out when a resignation…
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A probationary employee in the Philippines seeks clarification on the legality of non-regularization without notice and a chance to explain. Atty. Angela…
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With 1 April declared a regular holiday for Eid’l Fitr, DOLE reminds employers to observe proper pay rules, including holiday and overtime rates for…
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Learn whether an employer can legally refuse to issue a Certificate of Employment (CoE) after an employee’s immediate resignation. Atty. Mary Antonnette Baudi…
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Facing defiant drivers who refuse a drug test? Learn about the legal grounds for dismissal under Philippine labor laws, including the case of willful…
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