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Resignation without Just Cause is allowed under the Philippine Labor Code. This is consistent with the Philippine Constitution's prohibition of involuntary servitude (or slavery). Every person has the right against involuntary servitude under Philippine jurisdiction. Hence, anyone can resign even for no valid legal cause. However, non-compliance with the requirement of due notice gives rise to the employee's liability for damages or injury suffered by the employer.
By Marvyn GaerlanResignation without Just Cause is allowed under the Philippine Labor Code. This is consistent with the Philippine Constitution's prohibition of involuntary servitude (or slavery). Every person has the right against involuntary servitude under Philippine jurisdiction. Hence, anyone can resign even for no valid legal cause. However, non-compliance with the requirement of due notice gives rise to the employee's liability for damages or injury suffered by the employer.