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Burden of Proof in Labor Claims and Statutory Benefits: A Comprehensive Guide for Employees and Employers
The “He Said, She Said” of Workplace Disputes Imagine this common scenario: An employee files a complaint claiming they worked overtime every single day for the past year without pay. The employer, on the other
From Possession to Ownership: A Guide to Registering Untitled Lots in the Philippines
Imagine a parcel of land that has been in a family for generations. Grandparents tilled the soil before World War II, parents built a modest ancestral home on it, and the current generation continues to
A Complete Guide to Annulment in the Philippines: Process, Requirements, Timeline, and Costs
I. Introduction: The Reality of Marriage Dissolution in the Philippines Some marriages aren’t meant to last forever. In fact, the law may even recognize that certain marriages should never have existed in the first place.
BILL OF RIGHTS
BILL OF RIGHTS PRELIMINARIES Government Power vs. Individual Freedom 1. Among the changes brought about by the Period of Enlightenment was the shift of power from the crown to the individual. The long reign of
From Catcalls to Cyberstalking: Understanding Your Rights Under the Safe Spaces Act
Imagine Maya, a young professional. On her walk to the bus stop, a stranger whistles and shouts, “Hi, sexy!”. She ignores it and keeps walking, but her heart is pounding. At the office, a co-worker
How much does the entire Nullity/Annulment process cost? What is the cost breakdown?
ItemFee/Amount RangeRemarksAttorney’s Fees100,000 – 450,000+Based on standard practiceCourt Filing Fees5,000 – 10,000+Set by Supreme Court; fee may vary depending on property includedPsychological Evaluation18,000 – 50,000+Professional Fee of psychiatrist or psychologistPublication (if required)5,000 – 35,000+For summons
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
What is Illegal Dismissal? Understanding Your Rights When You’re Fired Without Due Process
Illegal dismissal happens when an employer ends your job without a valid reason or without following due process. It also occurs when an employee is forced to quit because continued work has become impossible, unreasonable,
Who Decides the Funeral? Understanding Funeral and Burial Laws in the Philippines
Learn who has the right to arrange funerals and burials in the Philippines, how family consent works, and what the new law says about immediate Muslim burials.