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Loss of Confidence in Employment Termination: What Jalit v. Cargo Safeway Teaches Us
When can an employer validly dismiss a managerial employee for loss of confidence? The Supreme Court clarifies the rules in Jalit v. Cargo Safeway.
Loss of Confidence in Employee Termination: Employer Must Prove Its Basis
Philippine Supreme Court rules that loss of trust and confidence cannot justify employee dismissal without proof of an underlying act or misconduct.
Loss of Confidence as a Ground for Dismissal: When Employers Cannot Use It as a Subterfuge
The Supreme Court clarifies that loss of confidence cannot be simulated or used as a subterfuge to justify an illegal dismissal.
Loss of Confidence as a Dismissal Ground: When Employers Cannot Claim It
The Supreme Court clarifies that loss of confidence cannot be a simulated or afterthought ground for dismissing a managerial employee.
Dismissal for Loss of Confidence: When a Validly Dismissed Employee Cannot Claim Retirement Pay
The Supreme Court ruled that an employee lawfully dismissed for serious misconduct and loss of confidence cannot be awarded retirement benefits as a measure of social justice.
Gross Neglect vs Illegal Dismissal: Employee Duties and Employer Rights
When can an employer dismiss a rank-and-file employee for gross neglect? The Supreme Court clarifies the rules on just causes and loss of confidence.
Loss of Confidence in Dismissal Cases: Employers Must Substantiate the Breach of Trust
Philippine Supreme Court clarifies that loss of trust and confidence requires clear, convincing proof, not mere allegations.
Loss of Confidence as Just Cause: Employee Dismissal Despite Criminal Acquittal
Can an employer fire an employee acquitted of theft? Yes, if substantial evidence supports loss of confidence. Learn the rule.
Loss of Confidence as a Valid Ground for Dismissal in Philippine Labor Law
When can an employer fire a worker for loss of confidence? The Paulino v. NLRC case explains the rules.
Breach of Banking Duty, Gross Negligence, and Loss of Confidence as Grounds for Dismissal
The Supreme Court rules that a bank officer's gross negligence in failing to secure documents justifies dismissal for loss of confidence.
Dismissal Based ON Misconduct AND Loss OF Confidence AN Employers Right TO Terminate
Loss of Confidence and Employer Liability: Philippine Hawk v. Tan Lee
Philippine Hawk v. Tan Lee clarifies employer liability for employee negligence, loss of confidence, and damages in quasi-delict cases under Philippine law.
Loss of Confidence as a Valid Ground for Dismissal: When Employers Can Terminate Trusted Employees
The Supreme Court clarifies when loss of confidence justifies dismissing managerial employees, requiring only some basis, not proof beyond reasonable doubt.
Insubordination vs Humane Consideration: Balancing Employee Rights and Employer Authority in Termination Cases
Philippine Supreme Court ruling on St. Luke's Medical Center v. Fadrigo clarifies when insubordination and loss of confidence justify dismissal.
Insubordination vs Humane Consideration: Employee Dismissal Under Scrutiny
SC rules on when a manager's failure to follow a directive is not insubordination, and why loss of confidence needs substantial evidence.
Loss of Confidence in Philippine Labor Law: When Employers Must Prove Just Cause
Philippine Supreme Court clarifies when employers may dismiss for loss of confidence and what due process requires in termination cases.
Loss of Confidence as a Just Cause for Dismissal: When Can Employers Terminate Trusted Employees?
The Supreme Court clarifies when employers may validly dismiss managerial employees for loss of trust and confidence under Philippine labor law.
Breach of Trust: When Misappropriation Constitutes Estafa
When does an employee's breach of trust amount to estafa? The Supreme Court clarifies the limits of loss of confidence as a ground for dismissal.
Breach of Trust: When Workplace Conduct Undermines Employer Confidence
Supreme Court ruling on when managerial employees may be validly dismissed for breach of trust and loss of confidence.
Loss of Confidence and Managerial Employees: When Dismissal Is Valid
Explains when employers may validly dismiss managerial employees for loss of confidence, citing the Velez v. Shangri-La's Edsa Plaza Hotel case.
Upholding Employee Rights THE Limits OF Loss OF Confidence AS Grounds FOR Dismissal
Trust Betrayed: Understanding Illegal Dismissal Based on Loss of Confidence in the Philippines
When can an employer validly dismiss a managerial employee for loss of confidence? The Supreme Court explains the rules and limits in Wah Yuen Restaurant v. Jayona.
Breach of Trust and Loss of Confidence as Grounds for Employee Dismissal in the Philippines
Philippine Supreme Court explains when loss of trust and confidence justifies dismissing a supervisor or managerial employee under the Labor Code.
Employee Dismissal: Proving Loss of Confidence Requires Clear Evidence
A Philippine Supreme Court ruling on illegal dismissal shows why employers must prove loss of confidence with clear evidence, not mere suspicion or contrived charges.