Document background
The Layoff Letter To Employee is a crucial document used in the Philippine employment context when an organization needs to terminate employment relationships due to authorized causes as defined in Article 298 of the Labor Code of the Philippines. This document is required when implementing workforce reductions due to business circumstances such as installation of labor-saving devices, redundancy, retrenchment, or closure/cessation of operations. It must comply with strict procedural requirements including a 30-day advance notice to both the employee and the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE). The letter encompasses essential information including the effective date of termination, specific authorized cause, separation benefits computation, and final employment arrangements. It serves as a legal document evidencing compliance with Philippine labor laws while providing clear information to the affected employee about their rights and benefits.
