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Essential Industries, National Interest, and Limits on Strikes in the Philippines

Imagine a transport slowdown during a fuel crisis. Buses run fewer trips. Deliveries arrive late. Workers struggle to get to their jobs. Families wait longer for basic goods. In that setting, a labor dispute does not affect only one employer and one group of employees. It can also disrupt daily life on a much wider…
Valentine’s Day at Work: Are Your Romantic Gestures Crossing the Line into Sexual Harassment

The Legal Paradox of February 14th In the Philippines, February 14th transforms the workplace. Offices fill with red balloons, chocolates, and a palpable sense of romantic expectation. For many, the office serves as a second home where professional duties often intertwine with deep personal friendships and “ligaw” (courtship). However, amidst the festive exchange of roses,…
How to File an Illegal Dismissal Case Before the NLRC: A Step-by-Step Guide

Sudden Job Loss Imagine Joel, a garment worker whose ID says he belongs to an “agency” or “cooperative.” Every day, he follows the brand factory’s supervisors, uses their machines, and keeps a regular shift like the factory’s own staff. One Monday, the guard stops him at the gate. HR says the agency’s “service contract expired,”…

Essential Industries, National Interest, and Limits on Strikes in the Philippines