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Practice question: Discipline of Employees

Multiple Choice Medium Jurisprudence

Practice question

A first dismissal notice states only “you violated company policy” and identifies no specific act, facts, or legal ground. The employer says this is always sufficient. Which response follows DO 147-15?
  1. A generic accusation always satisfies the rule
  2. The notice must specify the ground and provide a detailed factual narration, with the required opportunity to explain
  3. Details may always be withheld until after dismissal
  4. Only the font size matters
  5. No notice is required for a company-rule allegation

Legal references

  • https://elibrary.judiciary.gov.ph/thebookshelf/showdocs/10/71535 — DO 147-15, Rule I-A sections 1 and 5.1–5.2, disciplinary causes and procedural requirements under current Article 297.
  • https://lawphil.net/judjuris/juri2004/nov2004/gr_158693_2004.html — Agabon v. NLRC, GR 158693, November 17, 2004, main decision; valid cause and separate liability for procedural noncompliance.

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