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Question XIV

2017 Bar · Labor Law · 2 sub-questions

Pursuant to his power under Sec. 278(g) (263(g)) of the Labor Code, the Secretary of Labor assumed jurisdiction over the 3-day old strike in Armor Steel Plates, Inc., one of the country's bigger manufacturers of steel plates, and ordered all the striking employees to return to work. The striking employees ignored the order to return to work.

(a)(a) What conditions may justify the Secretary of Labor to assume jurisdiction? (2.5%)

(b)(b) What are the consequences of the assumption of jurisdiction by the Secretary of Labor, and of the disobedience to the return to work? Explain your answer. (2.5%)

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