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Jul 30, 2008 labor-law dole visitorial-powers labor-standards jurisdiction quitclaims

Upholding Workers' Rights: The Extent of DOLE's Authority and the Validity of Labor Standards Claims

The Supreme Court clarifies the scope of DOLE's visitorial powers over labor standards claims and the limits of its jurisdiction.