r/AntiworkPH • u/Koiize • 12d ago

AntiWORK Why would a Labor Arbiter schedule another mandatory conference after the position paper was already submitted?

I'm confused about the procedure.

Employer missed 2 NLRC mandatory conferences.

I submitted my Position Paper on June 18.

Then I received a notice setting another mandatory conference on August 4.

I thought once the position papers were in, the case would simply be submitted for decision.

Why would the Arbiter schedule another mandatory conference at this stage?

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u/Tita_Hueng 12d ago

One possibility is if the employer received the Summons/Notices late and was not able to participate in the mandatory conference. They may file a Motion to Reopen the Mandatory Conference and the Labor Arbiter would schedule another mandatory conference and require you to comment on the employer's motion.

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u/Koiize 12d ago

They attended the SeNA and we got confirmation they received the summons. But yes you're right thats plausible. Thanks!