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Redundancy and Restructuring in the Philippines: Legal Requirements Employers Must Meet
Redundancy and restructuring in the Philippines require specific legal grounds, notice, and fair separation pay under the Labor Code. Here is what employers must know.
Employee Data Retention in the Philippines: How Long Can Employers Keep Records
Employee data retention in the Philippines follows the Data Privacy Act rule that personal data must not be kept longer than necessary for its purpose.
Employee Monitoring in the Philippines: Data Privacy Rules Employers Must Follow
Employee monitoring in the Philippines is governed by the Data Privacy Act of 2012 and its IRR, which require transparency, legitimate purpose, and proportionality.
CBA Deadlock and Voluntary Arbitration in the Philippines
How a CBA deadlock is resolved through voluntary arbitration in the Philippines, and what the Labor Code and its rules require of employers and unions.
Employee Data Privacy Philippines: Employer's Guide to the Data Privacy Act
Learn how the Data Privacy Act of 2012 protects employee data in the Philippines and what employers must do to comply.
Employee Handbook Requirements in the Philippines: What Must Be Included
Employee handbook requirements in the Philippines: what Philippine labor law requires employers to include, and what to leave out of your company policy manual.
PEZA Labor Relations Rules: How Employment Works Inside an Economic Zone
PEZA labor relations rules explained: the Labor Code still governs ecozone employers, and the law requires labor representation in zone governance.
OSH Compliance in the Philippines: What Employers Must Prepare Under RA 11058
Occupational safety and health compliance in the Philippines means following RA 11058 and DOLE standards. Here is what covered workplaces must prepare.
BPO Labor Compliance in the Philippines: Shift Work, Overtime, and Health Rules
BPO labor compliance in the Philippines covers night-shift pay, overtime, and workplace safety rules. Learn what employers and employees must follow.
Work Visa for Foreign Nationals in the Philippines: A Step-by-Step Guide
How foreign nationals can legally work in the Philippines: the employment permit, the prearranged employment visa, and the steps employers must take.
Labor-Only Contracting in the Philippines: Rules, Risks, and Compliance
Labor-only contracting in the Philippines is prohibited. Learn how the Labor Code treats it, the risks employers face, and how to structure compliant arrangements.
DOLE Compliance Inspection in the Philippines: What Employers Face
A DOLE compliance inspection in the Philippines checks employer compliance with labor laws. Know the rules, the employer's duties, and how to prepare.
Union and Collective Bargaining Rules for Employers in the Philippines
What Philippine labor law says about workers' right to organize and bargain collectively, and what employers must respect under the Labor Code.
Terminating Employees in the Philippines: The Legal Process Employers Must Follow
Learn the legal process for terminating employees in the Philippines, including just and authorized causes, due process, and how to avoid litigation.
Repatriation Obligations of Philippine Employers and Recruitment Agencies
What are the repatriation obligations of employers and recruitment agencies in the Philippines? Learn the rules under the Migrant Workers Act and DMW IRR.
Hiring Foreign Nationals in the Philippines: Work Permit Requirements
Hiring foreign nationals in the Philippines requires an employment permit from the Department of Labor, plus an AEP and visa. Here is what employers must file.
HR Legal Audit Philippines: What Employers Must Review Under the Labor Code
An HR legal audit in the Philippines helps employers check compliance with the Labor Code, from union rules to reportorial duties. Here is what to review.
Independent Contractor Classification Philippines: Risks for Employers
Misclassifying a worker as an independent contractor in the Philippines exposes employers to labor claims, back benefits, and liability. Learn the risks.
Plant Closure Requirements in the Philippines: A Guide for Employers
Understand plant closure requirements in the Philippines, including the Labor Code rules on retrenchment, notice periods, and separation pay for workers.
Work From Home Rules in the Philippines: Labor Law Guide for Employers and Employees
Work from home rules in the Philippines are governed by the Telecommuting Act and its Revised IRR. Learn what employers and employees must agree on.
PAGCOR Gaming Employment License (GEL): Requirements for Employers and Employees
How PAGCOR's Gaming Employment License works: who must apply, employer duties, documentary requirements, fees, and validity under the GEL Manual.
Job Offer Accepted but Withdrawn Before Start Date: The Aragones Ruling on Perfected Employment Contracts
A job offer accepted is a perfected employment contract. Learn the Supreme Court's ruling in Aragones v. Alltech and what it means for employers and employees.
Reinstatement Wages After Illegal Dismissal: The 'Final Reversal' Rule Explained
When must employers pay reinstatement wages after an illegal dismissal ruling? The Supreme Court clarifies the "final reversal" rule in Del Monte Land Transport.
Serious Misconduct and Employee Dismissal in the Philippines: What Employers Must Prove
Philippine law requires wrongful intent, not just a mistake, to dismiss an employee for serious misconduct. Learn what employers must prove.