Dear PAO,

My employment was terminated on the grounds of gross neglect of duties and serious misconduct. I have been with the same bank for nine years but was terminated for violating our company policy and for breach of confidentiality. Can I still be entitled to a separation pay?

Lara

Dear Lara,

Based on your narration, it appears that your situation is governed by Article 297 of the Labor Code of the Philippines, which states:

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