Book V — Labor Relations
Article 240Equity of the incumbent.
ELI5— what this means for you
Existing federations and national unions that meet registration requirements can keep all their existing affiliates regardless of industry type or location — the 'equity of the incumbent' protection.
Key point
Official text — PD 442
Equity of the incumbent.
All existing federations and national unions which meet the qualifications of a legitimate labor organization and none of the grounds for cancellation shall continue to maintain their existing affiliates regardless of the nature of the industry and the location of the affiliates.
Chapter II
RIGHTS AND CONDITIONS OF MEMBERSHIP
Source: lawphil.net (PD 442 as amended)
RELATED RIGHTS
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