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Book VI — Post-Employment

Article 286

PD 442 · Labor Code of the PhilippinesELI5 guide available

ELI5— what this means for you

If your employer legitimately suspends business operations for up to 6 months (like for renovation or a temporary downturn), your employment is not terminated. When they reopen, you must be rehired to your old position without loss of seniority — if you indicate your desire to return within 1 month of resumption.

Key point

Company closed for up to 6 months? Your job is legally on hold, not terminated. You have a right to return.

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