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Feb 2, 2021 maritime law subrogation carrier liability insurance claims common carriers civil code

Subrogation and Carrier Liability in Maritime Claims: The C.V. Gaspar Case

How the Supreme Court applied subrogation and extraordinary diligence to hold carriers liable for damaged cargo in maritime transport.

Mar 19, 2019 common carriers extraordinary diligence civil code stolen goods liability philippine law

Common Carriers and Stolen Goods: The Extraordinary Diligence Standard in the Philippines

Philippine law holds common carriers liable for stolen goods unless theft involved grave threat or irresistible force. Learn the extraordinary diligence standard.

Jul 24, 2006 common carrier breach of contract negligence civil law passenger safety

Common Carrier Liability in the Philippines: Breach of Contract of Carriage Explained

Philippine common carriers face a presumption of negligence when passengers are injured or killed. Learn the rules and how to rebut them.

Apr 21, 2005 common carrier maritime law fortuitous event cargo loss negligence insurance law

Common Carrier Liability: Negligence and Fortuitous Events in Cargo Loss

When cargo is lost at sea, who pays? Philippine law on common carriers, negligence, and the act of God defense explained.