Find out why the SC ruled the dismissal of the employer’s appeal to be erroneous despite the showing of a failure to post an appeal bond.
Find out why the Supreme Court declared the illegality of the employee’s dismissal even if the employer’s business was adversely affected by the 2008 global financial crisis.
Were the camera operators in this case considered as employees of the broadcasting company?
When an illegally dismissed employee is reinstated, should he be considered a new hire?
Find out whether the seafarer diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder was granted his claim for disability benefits.
The Supreme Court stressed that in resolving issues of constructive dismissal, one does not only weigh the evidence presented by the parties, but also delve into the totality of circumstances in a case.
Does the control test call for the actual exercise of the right to control the manner by which a person does his work?
In a post-employment medical examination, the employer is obliged to conduct a meaningful and timely examination of the seafarer through its company-designated physician.