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Jul 28, 2024 floating status constructive dismissal labor law regular employment illegal dismissal dole

Floating Status in Philippine Labor Law: When Suspension Becomes Illegal Dismissal

Learn when an employee's floating status becomes illegal dismissal under Philippine law, based on a 2024 Supreme Court ruling.

Feb 25, 2015 constructive dismissal floating status security guards labor law illegal dismissal off-detail

Constructive Dismissal: When a Security Guard's Prolonged Floating Status Becomes Illegal Dismissal

The Supreme Court clarifies when a security guard's floating status beyond six months amounts to constructive dismissal, entitling the guard to separation pay and back wages.

Nov 16, 1998 labor law security agency solidary liability indirect employer service incentive leave illegal dismissal

Client Liability Clarified: Solidary Responsibility for Agency Workers

Philippine Supreme Court clarifies when a client-employer is solidarily liable for agency workers' claims, distinguishing back wages from service incentive leave pay.