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Mar 31, 2006 reckless imprudence property damage negligence traffic law actual damages rpc article 365

Reckless Driving and Property Damage: Understanding Liability for Negligence on Philippine Roads

When a bus swerves and damages property, who pays? This case clarifies reckless imprudence, actual damages, and the sudden emergency rule.

Jun 20, 2003 torts negligence last clear chance emergency rule traffic accidents jurisprudence

Last Clear Chance Doctrine Explained: Engada v. Court of Appeals on Traffic Collisions

When a driver invokes the last clear chance doctrine after a collision, courts weigh negligence and emergency. Learn the rule from Engada v. CA.