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An employer’s guide to labor laws in the Philippines

Guide to Philippine labor laws and compliance

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Who pays for unemployment? Here's what you need to know

How unemployment insurance works for global employers

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Laid off vs. terminated: Legal, financial, and professional impacts

Learn the difference between being laid off vs. terminated

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Maximize your savings with these small business tax deductions

Explore our checklist and learn how to claim deductions.

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What is a proof of employment letter? A guide and 3 templates

Learn what a proof of employment (or employment verification) letter is.

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Termination for cause: What employers and employees need to know

Understand what termination for cause means and how it differs from other types of dismissal.

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Top 5 countries with favorable laws for global employers

Talent markets to consider for your global hiring strategy

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What is non-dom status and how have the rules changed?

Learn non-dom status and UK tax changes for global mobility.

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What is a PEO? EOR? GEO? AOR? Our legal expert weighs in

Confused by these terms? We’ve got you covered.

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Providing employee equity? What you need to know

What exactly is employee equity and how does it work?

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The risks of expanding a business globally

The advantages are clear, the risks—not so much.

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W-8BEN: What it is and when to use it

Don’t worry—it's not as complicated as it sounds.

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EOR vs. PEO: How they differ and which one to choose

Learn which model fits your global hiring strategy best.

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A guide to employment and labor law in Canada

Hiring in Canada? Here's a guide to get you started!

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The three EOR operating models: How to find the right fit for your company

Direct, indirect, or hybrid—which is right for you?

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Do H-1B visas even matter if you can hire employees in any country?

Save yourself time by starting here.

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Legislation lowdown: Expert insights on current trends in global employment law

Here’s what you need to know to stay compliant.

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How to create an employment contract with equity

Some things to be aware of when you create equity contracts.

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What Is permanent establishment? Prevent taxes risks

Learn what it is and how it can be avoided.

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1099 vs. W-2 workers: What's the difference?

Learn the differences between 1099 versus W-2 employees

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