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Dec 9, 2020 labor-law illegal-dismissal termination dishonesty trust-and-confidence labor-code

Illegal Dismissal for Dishonesty in the Philippines: When Termination Is Not Justified

When can an employee be fired for dishonesty? The Supreme Court explains the limits of termination for loss of trust and confidence.

Jun 16, 2020 illegal dismissal strained relations reinstatement labor law security of tenure separation pay

Reinstatement in Illegal Dismissal: The Strained Relations Doctrine Explained

Illegal dismissal entitles workers to reinstatement and backwages. The strained relations doctrine is a narrow exception—learn how courts apply it.