The Supreme Court’s ruling in Meralco v. Argentera clarifies that, despite valid dismissal for misconduct, employees retain rights to accrued benefits unless explicitly forfeited by law or policy. This emphasizes fairness in labor relations, ensuring that workers’ entitlements, such as bonuses and leave credits, remain protected after termination.

The Supreme Court ruled in Bison Management Corp. vs.
AAA and Pernito that Filipino workers deployed abroad cannot be dismissed solely based on discriminatory grounds or without just cause, regardless of foreign employment practices.