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G & M (Phils.), Inc. vs. Epifanio Cruz

G & M (Phils.), Inc., Petitioner, versus EPIFANIO CRUZ, Respondent.

G.R. No. 140495 | 2005-04-15

D E C I S I O N 


AUSTRIA-MARTINEZ, JJ.: 

The well-entrenched rule, especially in labor cases, is that findings of fact of quasi-judicial bodies, like the National Labor Relations Commission (NLRC), are accorded with respect, even finality, if supported by substantial evidence. Particularly when passed upon and upheld by the Court of Appeals, they are binding and conclusive upon the Supreme Court and will not normally be disturbed.[1] 

The Court finds no reason in this case to depart from such doctrine. 

Petitioner G & M (Phils.), Inc. recruited respondent Cruz as trailer driver for its foreign principal, Salim Al Yami...