Absence from work alone cannot justify dismissal - SC
The Philippine Supreme Court has ruled that mere absence from work does not constitute abandonment, which is a valid ground for dismissal. The court emphasized that employers must prove both the absence and a clear, overt intent by the employee to sever the employment relationship.
Why it matters
This ruling provides significant labor protection for employees, clarifying the legal threshold for termination based on absenteeism.
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