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Mr. Reyes has been working as a sales representative for XYZ Corporation for the past seven years. Due to some financial difficulties, the company is considering terminating some employees. The company management has decided to terminate Mr. Reyes' employment due to alleged violations of company policies.

Assuming that the termination is based on just causes, as provided under the Labor Code, Art. 297, and DOLE D.O. No. 147-15, please answer the following questions:

1. What are the specific just causes for termination cited under the Labor Code and DOLE D.O. No. 147-15?
2. What procedural requirements should XYZ Corporation comply with in order to validly terminate Mr. Reyes' employment based on just causes?
3. In the given scenario, what rights and remedies are available to Mr. Reyes as an employee who believes that the termination was unjust?

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