Sadsad Tamesis Legal & Accountacy Firm

Jurisprudence

Is an employer solidarily liable for sexual harassment in the workplace? | G.R. No. 268399

Employers may be held solidarily liable for workplace sexual harassment if they fail to act on complaints with urgency and due diligence...

Case Digest,Jurisprudence

Can employees be entitled to overtime pay despite a company-imposed “broken schedule” scheme? | G.R. No. 261716

Case Digest,Jurisprudence

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 timeif...

Case Digest,Jurisprudence

Does someone become a regular employee after working for one year? | G.R. 233679

Case Digest,Jurisprudence

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...

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Is loss of trust and confidence enough grounds to dismiss a supervisory employee caught with company property? | G.R. 209983

Case Digest,Jurisprudence

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...

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When is an employer-employee relationship established | G.R. No. 251736

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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...

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Can a security guard be held liable for illegal possession of a firearm issued by their agency? | G.R. No. 261113

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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...

Case Digest,Jurisprudence

Does the Court differentiate between a house helper and a regular employee in rendering appropriate relief? | G.R. No. 94951

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The Court finds no merit in making any such distinction. The mere fact that the house helper or domestic servant is working within the premises of the business of the employer and in relation to or in...

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Is getting pregnant out of wedlock considered disgraceful or immoral? | G.R. No. 187226

Case Digest,Jurisprudence

To constitute immorality, the circumstances of each particular case must be holistically considered and evaluated in light of the prevailing norms of conduct...

Case Digest,Jurisprudence

How does the use of a fake name and false identity lead to criminal liability? | G.R. No. 263676

Case Digest,Jurisprudence

A person cannot falsely represent themselves as a lawyer or use a fictitious name to deceive others, as this constitutes a violation of the law. Even if the individual claims to be mistaken or...

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How can I contact your firm?

You can call us at (02) 8463-4941 or (+63) 948 961 2397 to schedule a consultation with one of the firm’s lawyers. You can also send an email at legal@sadsadtamesislaw.com.

Where is your office located?

Our office is located at 7F Victoria Sports Tower, EDSA, South Triangle, Quezon City

Do you do consultations?

Yes, please send us a message to schedule an appointment. Note that consultation fees apply.

What should I bring to the first meeting?

The initial consultation usually consists of queries from both sides, so that the attorneys can begin understanding the bigger picture. The initial consultation does not include the reviewing of documents, so there’s no need to bring anything. While you don’t have to bring anything to the first meeting, you can inform us about the details of the case beforehand to ensure an easier consultation session.

Will there be more than one attorney working on my case?

Yes, there will always be a team working on the case to ensure prompt responses to your queries.

What are your business hours?

Our business hours are from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday.

What type of cases does your law firm handle?

Our areas of practice include Criminal Law, Labor Law, Corporation Law, and Litigation. For more information, please visit our Practice Area page.

Do I need to come into your office and meet you in person to receive legal services?

We can conduct consultations and other legal services through video conferences. This is to ensure that our lawyers, staff, clients, and prospective clients are safe from the ongoing pandemic. However, we also do personal consultations in-office if the client so chooses. Do note that the availability of personal consultations is subject to the current safety protocols and the availability of the lawyers.

Is the information I tell my lawyer confidential?

Yes, everything you tell your lawyer is strictly confidential. This is because of the Attorney-Client Privilege, stating that attorneys are prohibited from divulging any information that clients and prospective clients have shared with them. The Attorney-Client Privilege ensures that clients will always be able to trust their chosen attorneys when seeking advice.

How do I get started?

To get started with your case, you can contact us by either calling (02) 8463-4941 or(+63) 948 961 239, or by visiting our Contact page.