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Sep 2, 2018 labor law awol civil service dropping from the rolls employee rights termination

AWOL and Dropping from the Rolls: Employee Rights Under Philippine Law

Learn the rules on AWOL in the Philippine civil service, including the 30-day rule, non-disciplinary separation, and employee rights.

Jan 25, 2011 labor law voluntary arbitration labor arbiter constructive dismissal jurisdiction nlrc

Voluntary Arbitration vs. Labor Arbiter: Philippine Labor Dispute Jurisdiction

When does voluntary arbitration prevail over Labor Arbiter jurisdiction? The Supreme Court clarifies in University of the Immaculate Conception v. NLRC.

Mar 12, 2010 deemed approved leave government employees omnibus rules on leave civil service awol

Deemed Approved Leave: What Happens When Government Agencies Ignore Leave Applications

When government agencies fail to act on leave applications within five working days, the leave is deemed approved. Learn the rules and protections.

Jan 18, 2004 labor law security of tenure civil service reassignment constructive dismissal

Reassignment Without Consent: Security of Tenure for Philippine Civil Servants

When can a government employee be reassigned against their will? The Supreme Court's ruling in Cariño v. Daoas explains the limits of transfer powers.

Jul 4, 2001 administrative law sheriff grave misconduct writ of attachment public accountability

Sheriff’s Neglect of Duty: When Failure to Implement a Writ Means Dismissal

The Supreme Court held a sheriff liable for grave misconduct and gross dishonesty for failing to implement a writ of preliminary attachment and mishandling funds.