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GSIS vs. Palmiery

GOVERNMENT SERVICE INSURANCE SYSTEM (GSIS), PETITIONER, VS. REYNALDO P. PALMIERY, RESPONDENT.

G.R. No. 217949 | 2019-02-20

DECISION
 
REYES, A., JR., J.:
 
By their very nature, retirement laws are humanitarian in character. They reward an employee's loyalty and long service to their employer. For government service in particular, the retirement benefits are meant to attract qualified individuals and promote longevity in the government. Most important is their function to support retirees, especially those who are in their twilight years; during which time, gainful employment is not only difficult to find, but also impractical. The administration of retirement laws should, therefore, always lean on the side of the beneficiary in order to achieve...