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An employee, Liza Navarro, wins an NLRC decision against Apex Freight Solutions ordering reinstatement and back wages for illegal dismissal. Apex refuses to comply. Navarro files a petition for enforcement with the Regional Trial Court (RTC) of Davao City seeking a writ of execution, including garnishment of Apex's bank accounts. Apex raises two defenses in a motion to dismiss enforcement: (i) that the NLRC lacked jurisdiction to order reinstatement because Navarro had previously signed a separation agreement in a separate civil action, and (ii) that the NLRC decision is not final due to a pending motion for reconsideration. The RTC denies the motion and issues the writ. Apex continues to withhold payment. (a) Identify the controlling doctrine on enforceability of NLRC decisions and the proper forum/means to enforce them. (b) Explain the remedies and sanctions available if Apex remains noncompliant, including contempt. (c) Explain how the employer’s challenges to jurisdiction or finality affect enforcement and the standard for ensuring prompt compliance.