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The Point of No Return: When "I'm Running Late" Stops Being an Excuse

Legal Access Research Team
Published on: 07/07/2026

Tired of chronically late employees? Discover the legal grounds for dismissing a worker for habitual tardiness under Philippine law, the critical evidence required by courts, and how to avoid costly illegal dismissal traps.

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Think Before You Fire: Why Employee Absence Doesn't Always Mean Abandonment

Legal Access Research Team
Published on: 30/06/2026

Think your employee quit just because they stopped showing up? Think again. Discover why simple absence is never enough to justify a firing under Philippine law, and how a costly legal trap could catch your business completely off-guard.

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Navigating Workplace Temporary Transfers in Times of Crisis: What Every Employer and Employee Must Know

Legal Access Research Team
Published on: 25/06/2026

This newsletter outlines the legal limits of temporary employee transfers and how to avoid constructive dismissal claims.

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Reduced Work Hours Amid the Energy Crisis: Balancing Business Necessity and Employee Protection

Legal Access Research Team
Published on: 23/06/2026

Struggling with rotating brownouts? Discover the strict legal rules for a reduced work hours scheme in the Philippines under the Bacani doctrine. Learn how businesses can cut energy costs legally without risking wage diminution claims.

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The Workplace Chronicle: Understanding "Voluntary Adjustments" Matters in Times of Crisis

Legal Access Research Team
Published on: 18/06/2026

This legal newsletter details the strict framework for voluntary wage and benefit adjustments under Philippine law, explaining how employers can preserve jobs and avoid costly disputes during a crisis.

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Cutting Commutes, Conserving Power: How the Telecommuting Act Helps Address the Energy Crisis

Legal Access Research Team
Published on: 16/06/2026

Save power and cut corporate utility costs under the Telecommuting Act (RA 11165). This guide breaks down DOLE D.O. 237-22, ensuring your business stays energy-efficient while maintaining fair treatment and legal compliance for remote staff.

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