Book III — Conditions of Employment
Article 116
PD 442 · Labor Code of the PhilippinesELI5 guide available
ELI5— what this means for you
Your employer cannot withhold your wages, make unauthorized deductions, or force you to buy from the company store. Your salary must be paid in full, on time, in cash or bank transfer. Withholding wages as 'punishment' is illegal.
Key point
No unauthorized wage deductions. Wages must be paid in full and on time.
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