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Oct 5, 2015 contract-law common-carrier flight-delay fortuitous-event bad-faith damages

Flight Delay Liability: Fortuitous Events and Bad Faith in Breach of Contract

Philippine Supreme Court clarifies when airlines are liable for flight delays—fortuitous events and bad faith explained.

Mar 15, 2010 warsaw convention international air travel jurisdiction civil law philippine supreme court

Warsaw Convention Limits Philippine Courts' Jurisdiction Over International Air Travel Claims

Philippine courts lack jurisdiction over claims arising from international flights under the Warsaw Convention, as shown in Lhuillier v. British Airways.

Nov 20, 2008 breach of contract common carriers air travel damages civil law bad faith

Breach of Contract and Bad Faith: Airlines' Liability for Downgraded Seats

Philippine Airlines held liable for downgrading a passenger's business class seat to economy, with the Supreme Court affirming damages for breach of contract in bad faith.

Mar 3, 2000 air carriage damages baggage delay breach of contract civil law

Delayed Baggage Claims: When Airlines Avoid Moral and Exemplary Damages

Philippine Supreme Court ruling on when delayed baggage delivery triggers only limited damages, not moral or exemplary awards.