Q. A, a seaman with a contract for two (2) years was required to disembark due to the sale of the vessel. Within what period should he file an action to collect his unpaid wages for one (1) year? (Solved)

1. Within 3 years because it is the consequence of an employer-employee relationship;

2. Within 10 years because there is a written contract;

3. Within 4 years because the action is based on injury to his rights as there was no justifiable reason for his separation from employment. (Art. 1146, NCC; Pantil Co. v. Aujar, 09 November 1988; Valencis v. Portland Cement, 106 Phil. 732);

4. Within 10 years because the action is based on law.