Labor Arbiters hear termination disputes, unfair labor practice cases, certain wage and money claims, damages claims and other cases assigned by law. This guide explains which claims belong with the NLRC and when DOLE or SEnA may come first.
If you are paid below the applicable regional minimum wage, first verify the correct wage order, compute the deficiency, preserve payroll evidence, and use the appropriate DOLE or SEnA enforcement route. This guide walks through the process.
There is no fixed peso amount for illegal dismissal in the Philippines. Learn how backwages, reinstatement or separation pay, benefits, damages, attorney’s fees and legal interest may affect the total claim.