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Strikes and Lockouts: Balancing Workers' Rights and Employer Interests in Labor Disputes
The Supreme Court clarifies the rules on illegal strikes, work slowdowns, and the distinct penalties for union officers versus ordinary members.
CBA Provisions ON Retirement Management Prerogative VS Union Busting
CBA Hiring Rules vs Management Prerogative: What Employers and Unions Must Know
Supreme Court ruling on when management can set hiring qualifications for CBA recommendees, and when established practice binds the employer.
Union Busting or Business Judgment? Understanding Legitimate Closures Under Philippine Labor Law
When can a company close a department without being guilty of union busting? The Supreme Court explains in this labor law case.
Union Formation Validating Legal Personality Despite Procedural Lapses In Labor Cases
Supreme Court rules a local union may acquire legal personality on the date it files complete documents, even with procedural irregularities.
Duty TO Bargain Unions Rights Despite Pending Cancellation
Union Legitimacy and the Law of the Case in Labor Disputes
When a union's legal personality is finally settled, parties cannot relitigate it. This case explains the law of the case doctrine.
Union Busting Disguised as Redundancy: Protecting Workers' Right to Organize
When can a company's "redundancy" program be struck down as illegal dismissal and unfair labor practice? The Supreme Court explains.
Protecting Workers Rights Employers Cant Block Union Certification Based ON Disputed Registration
Strikes and Notice Requirements: Upholding Labor Law Compliance in the Philippines
The Supreme Court clarifies that unions must strictly comply with the 24-hour notice requirement for strike votes, or the strike becomes illegal.
Intra-Union Disputes: Jurisdiction Lies With the Bureau of Labor Relations
The Supreme Court clarifies that the Bureau of Labor Relations has exclusive jurisdiction over intra-union disputes, including elections of officers in government employee organizations.
Upholding Union Democracy: Illegal Suspensions, Elections, and Financial Transparency
Supreme Court affirms penalties for union officers who suspended members without due process, held premature elections, and failed to render financial reports.
Union Office Access Reconciling Labor Disputes AND Property Rights IN THE Philippines
The Supreme Court clarifies when union office disputes belong to labor tribunals or regular courts, balancing labor law and property rights.
Labor Unions and Taxpayer Standing in Constitutional Challenges: The AIWA Case
The Supreme Court dismissed labor unions' challenge to E.O. 185 for lack of standing, clarifying the rules on locus standi and judicial review.
Strikes and Union Officer Liability: Navigating Labor Law Compliance in the Philippines
Learn how the Supreme Court treats illegal strikes, union officer liability, and procedural rules in labor disputes.
Union Busting Unveiled: Illegal Business Closure and Employee Rights
When can a business closure be illegal union busting? The Supreme Court explains employer liability and worker rights.
Union Misrepresentation Can Void Certification Elections: The DHL-URFA Case
When union officers lie about their affiliation before a certification election, workers may get a new vote. The Supreme Court explains why.
Illegal Strikes: Balancing Worker Rights and Employer Interests in Termination Cases
The Supreme Court clarifies when union officers and members may be dismissed for illegal strikes, and what due process requires.
Illegal Strikes and Employee Dismissal: What the Supreme Court Says
Learn when union officers and members can be dismissed for illegal strikes, and the due process rules employers must follow.
Execution of Judgment: The Writ Must Mirror the Decision’s Terms
A writ of execution that varies from the final judgment is void. DBP v. Union Bank explains why precision matters.
Closure of Business: Employer's Right vs Union Busting Allegations in Labor Disputes
When can an employer close shop without being guilty of union busting? The Supreme Court explains the rules on legitimate business closure.
Employers Role IN Union Certification When IS AN Employer More Than Just A Bystander
Modernization VS Union Activity Balancing Business Decisions AND Employee Rights IN Retrenchment
Union Registration Validity and Challenges in Philippine Labor Context
Philippine Supreme Court clarifies that a registered union's legal personality cannot be collaterally attacked in certification election cases.