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Oct 22, 2023 civil law quasi-delict employer liability vehicle accidents solidary liability

Employer and Vehicle Owner Liability: Solidary vs. Vicarious Under Philippine Law

When a driver causes an accident, liability depends on presence. Learn the difference between solidary and vicarious liability.

Feb 16, 2020 vicarious liability common carrier employer liability civil code negligence

Vicarious Liability and Common Carrier Duties: The Mendoza Case Explained

Learn how the Mendoza ruling clarifies employer liability for employee negligence and the obligations of common carriers in the Philippines.

Dec 12, 2017 lost earning capacity quasi-delict wrongful death civil code evidence vicarious liability

Proving Lost Earnings After Wrongful Death: Testimony Can Suffice, Says Supreme Court

The Supreme Court ruled that credible testimonial evidence alone can prove a deceased person's income for lost earning capacity damages.

Jul 17, 2014 quasi-delict vicarious liability res ipsa loquitur civil law damages negligence

Vehicle Accidents and Utility Posts: Liability Under Philippine Law

Learn how Philippine courts determine liability when a vehicle damages utility infrastructure, including negligence, vicarious liability, and damages.

May 15, 2011 subsidiary liability employer liability criminal negligence revised penal code vicarious liability philippine law

Employer’s Subsidiary Liability for Employee Crimes: The Calang Ruling

Employers are only subsidiarily liable for employees’ criminal acts. The Calang ruling explains when and how this liability applies.

Jun 28, 2001 registered owner liability vehicle accidents civil law jurisprudence motor vehicle registration

Registered Vehicle Owner’s Liability for Accidents: Aguilar v. Commercial Savings Bank

Philippine law holds the registered vehicle owner primarily liable for accidents, even if another person was driving. Learn the rule and its practical impact.

Oct 15, 2000 reckless imprudence vicarious liability vehicle owner liability criminal law civil liability

Vehicle Owner Liability in Reckless Imprudence Cases: The Chavez v. Escañan Ruling

When is a vehicle owner liable in reckless imprudence cases? The Supreme Court clarifies the criminal-civil distinction in Chavez v. Escañan.

Mar 22, 1998 rent-a-car liability quasi-delict vicarious liability insurance law philippine supreme court torts

Rent-a-Car Liability in the Philippines: When Is the Owner Liable for Lessee’s Negligence?

Philippine Supreme Court ruling on when rent-a-car companies are liable for lessee negligence under quasi-delict and vicarious liability rules.