Article 1689

RA 386 · Civil Code of the PhilippinesKey provision

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Household service shall always be reasonably compensated.

Official text — RA 386

Household service shall always be reasonably compensated. Any stipulation that household service is without compensation shall be void. Such compensation shall be in addition to the house helper's lodging, food, and medical attendance.

Source: lawphil.net (RA 386 as amended)

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