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The Omnibus Rules Implementing the Labor Code is clear that “the time during which an employee is inactive by reason of interruptions in his work beyond his control shall be considered working time…if the interval is too brief to be utilized effectively and gainfully in the employee’s own interest.”
Paying taxes is a responsibility every business owner must take seriously. But let’s be honest—taxes can be confusing. Many small businesses struggle with tax filing, deadlines, and understanding the necessary steps to take. If you’re not careful, mistakes can lead to penalties, legal issues, or even business closure. The good news? Tax compliance doesn’t have to be complicated. This guide will break it down in simple terms, so you can avoid costly mistakes and focus on growing your business.
Taxes 101: Simple Ways to Avoid Costly Penalties for Your Business Read More »
Under Article 295 of the Labor Code, a regular employee is one who has been engaged to perform tasks usually necessary or desirable in the employer’s usual business or trade – without falling within the category of either a fixed, project, or seasonal employee; or one who has rendered at least a year of service, with respect to the activity he or she is engaged, and the work of the employee remains while such activity exists.
Does someone become a regular employee after working for one year? | G.R. 233679 Read More »
For Filipinos, the options remain limited to three: annulment, nullity of marriage, and legal separation—categorized under termination of marriages and separation. Divorce falls under the dissolution of marriage.
Divorce, Annulment, Legal Separation, Nullity of Marriage: Which is which? Read More »
Loss or breach of trust and confidence, as a just cause for dismissal by an employer, is based on Article 297 of the Labor Code.
The Supreme Court held that an employment contract, like any other contract, is perfected at the moment the parties come to agree upon its terms and conditions, and thereafter, concur in the essential elements thereof.
When is an employer-employee relationship established | G.R. No. 251736 Read More »
SOGIE stands for Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, and Gender Expression. It’s a term used to encompass a person’s identity and how they express themselves concerning their sexuality and gender.
A Quick Explainer to SOGIE and the SOGIE Equality Bill Read More »
As a rule, when the crime is punished by a special law, intent to commit the crime is not necessary. It is sufficient that the offender intended to perpetrate the act prohibited by the special law. The act prohibited by the law is not the mere possession of a firearm, but the possession of one unlawfully, i.e., without a license or a permit sanctioned by law.
In an increasingly interconnected society, the protection of privacy must keep pace with technological and societal developments. The Philippines continues to build its framework, balancing the right to access information with the right to be left alone. As we observe PAW, it is essential to remember that privacy is more than just a legal concept—it is a fundamental human right that empowers autonomy, dignity, and freedom.
Laws Against Invasion of Privacy in the Philippines Read More »
As we, the Sadsad Tamesis Legal and Accountancy Firm (STLAF), continue to push forward with our future goals and aspirations, the recent Management Committee (ManCom) and Executive Committee (ExeCom) conference brought together key leaders across all departments of the firm, not only to onboard new key personnel, but also to align on our vision and direction for the months and years ahead.
STLAF Leadership charts strategic course in joint ManCom, ExeCom confab Read More »