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Oct 10, 2012 labor-law collective-bargaining union-registration labor-only-contracting illegal-dismissal supreme-court

Duty to Bargain Union Representation Despite Pending Cancellation Proceedings

Philippine Supreme Court rules on duty to bargain despite pending union cancellation, labor-only contracting, and illegal dismissal.

Jun 30, 2006 labor law strikes collective bargaining union representation illegal dismissal backwages

When Strikes Become Illegal: Collective Bargaining Rights and Union Representation in the Philippines

The Supreme Court clarifies when strikes are illegal, who can be dismissed, and the rules on backwages for union members.

Dec 22, 1996 labor law certification election collective bargaining agreement contract bar rule supreme court

Contract Bar Rule Explained: Certification Elections and CBAs in the Philippines

Learn how the contract bar rule limits certification elections during a CBA's term, based on the Formey Plastic case.