Constructive Dismissal in the Philippines: The Test, Proof, and Remedies
Learn what constructive dismissal means under Philippine labor law, how to prove it, common examples, filing steps, deadlines, and possible remedies.
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NLRC Rulings on Social Media Misconduct in the Philippines: When Online Posts Can Lead to Dismissal
Learn how the NLRC and Supreme Court assess employee social media misconduct, electronic evidence, dismissal due process, defenses, and remedies in the Philippines.
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What Article 282 of the Labor Code Says About Wages in the Philippines
Learn what Article 282, now Article 297, actually covers, where Philippine wage protections are found, and what employees receive after termination.
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How to File SEnA in DOLE: Where to File, What to Bring, What Happens Next
Learn how to file a SEnA Request for Assistance with DOLE, NCMB, or NLRC, including requirements, timelines, conferences, and next steps.
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SEnA Coverage in the Philippines: What Cases Are Accepted by DOLE?
Learn which labor disputes qualify for DOLE SEnA, which cases are excluded, who may file, what documents to prepare, and what happens next.
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What Is a Labor Law Doctrine in the Philippines?
What Is a Labor Law Doctrine in the Philippines? A Complete Guide A labor law doctrine is a legal principle developed or consistently applied by courts when interpreting the Constitution, the Labor Code, employment statutes, administrative rules, contracts and workplace disputes. In practical terms, a doctrine explains how a legal rule should operate in real…
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Illegal Dismissal: How to File a Case in the Philippines
An employee who is dismissed without a legally sufficient ground may file an illegal dismissal case in the Philippines. There is a deadline: an action contesting the dismissal itself prescribes in four years, while the money claims attached to it prescribe in three — see the filing deadlines compared. In most cases, the employee should…
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State Policy on Labor Protection Under the Philippine Constitution
The 1987 Philippine Constitution treats labor as a primary social and economic force and directs the State to protect workers’ rights and promote their welfare. It also guarantees workers important rights involving security of tenure, humane working conditions, union organization, collective bargaining, peaceful concerted activity, participation in workplace policy, and a living wage. These constitutional…
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What Is Philippine Labor Law? A Complete Overview for Employees and Employers
Philippine labor law is the body of constitutional provisions, statutes, administrative rules, and court decisions governing relationships between workers and employers. For deeper context, read how the Philippine Constitution protects labor, how courts develop labor law doctrines, and what employees can do when facing illegal dismissal. Employees leaving a job may also need the site’s…
