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What does 'ordinary diligence' refer to in the context of obligations?
What does 'ordinary diligence' refer to in the context of obligations?
- The care an average person exercises over their own property. (correct)
- The care taken while fulfilling a legal obligation without concern for property.
- The care that a person takes in managing someone else's property.
- The minimal care exercised over a person's own property.
What is the implication of Article 1164 regarding the rights of creditors?
What is the implication of Article 1164 regarding the rights of creditors?
- Creditors acquire a real right to the property from the moment the obligation arises.
- Creditors cannot demand fruits of a property unless it is delivered. (correct)
- Creditors can claim the fruits of a property even before the obligation is due.
- Creditors gain rights to the property only if stipulated by both parties.
Which of the following is NOT an exception to the standard of care imposed in obligations?
Which of the following is NOT an exception to the standard of care imposed in obligations?
- Stipulated negligence by parties
- Slight diligence
- Extraordinary diligence
- Ordinary diligence (correct)
What may occur if the parties agree to no standard of care?
What may occur if the parties agree to no standard of care?
What are the usual types of diligence expected in managing obligations?
What are the usual types of diligence expected in managing obligations?
Which type of obligation cannot be enforced in courts?
Which type of obligation cannot be enforced in courts?
What term describes an obligation that can be demanded in courts?
What term describes an obligation that can be demanded in courts?
Which of the following is a natural obligation?
Which of the following is a natural obligation?
What is the obligation to contribute during a natural disaster classified as?
What is the obligation to contribute during a natural disaster classified as?
An obligation that includes both civil and natural elements is known as?
An obligation that includes both civil and natural elements is known as?
Which obligation relates to paying taxes?
Which obligation relates to paying taxes?
What characterizes a duty that is condoned?
What characterizes a duty that is condoned?
Which of the following is a key element required for establishing a legal right in court?
Which of the following is a key element required for establishing a legal right in court?
What is the main characteristic of Public Law?
What is the main characteristic of Public Law?
Which of the following best defines Private Law?
Which of the following best defines Private Law?
What is a characteristic of Natural Obligation?
What is a characteristic of Natural Obligation?
What source of law is concerned with creating legal frameworks for behavior?
What source of law is concerned with creating legal frameworks for behavior?
Which of the following is NOT an example of Public Law?
Which of the following is NOT an example of Public Law?
What differentiates Moral Obligation from other types of obligations?
What differentiates Moral Obligation from other types of obligations?
Which duty is considered a Civil Obligation?
Which duty is considered a Civil Obligation?
Which of the following best describes the concept of Law?
Which of the following best describes the concept of Law?
What distinguishes an accession from an accessory?
What distinguishes an accession from an accessory?
Under what condition does the obligation to deliver fruits arise?
Under what condition does the obligation to deliver fruits arise?
Which of the following is NOT considered an accessory?
Which of the following is NOT considered an accessory?
What does the term 'avulsion' refer to?
What does the term 'avulsion' refer to?
Which of the following correctly describes 'aluvium'?
Which of the following correctly describes 'aluvium'?
Can land itself be considered an accession?
Can land itself be considered an accession?
Which of the following does not fall under natural products as accessions?
Which of the following does not fall under natural products as accessions?
What is the principal thing in the context of industrial products?
What is the principal thing in the context of industrial products?
What is the primary purpose of accessories in relation to another thing?
What is the primary purpose of accessories in relation to another thing?
What is a debtor obligated to do if they fail to execute the obligation?
What is a debtor obligated to do if they fail to execute the obligation?
Which of the following describes a creditor's right in case of breach?
Which of the following describes a creditor's right in case of breach?
Which obligation is explicitly stated as not compelable to perform by the debtor?
Which obligation is explicitly stated as not compelable to perform by the debtor?
What must creditors avoid in the relationship with their debtors?
What must creditors avoid in the relationship with their debtors?
What should a debtor do if the thing delivered is poorly done?
What should a debtor do if the thing delivered is poorly done?
According to the obligations outlined, what is a debtor's duty regarding the care of a thing due?
According to the obligations outlined, what is a debtor's duty regarding the care of a thing due?
What do obligations to give a generic thing entail for the debtor?
What do obligations to give a generic thing entail for the debtor?
Study Notes
Definition of Law
- Law is a positive command that prescribes duties and sanctions to ensure obedience.
- It is enforced by legitimate authorities to uphold order and justice.
Types of Law
- Public Law: Governs relationships between the state and individuals, encompassing areas like Criminal Law and International Law.
- Private Law: Regulates relationships among individuals for private interests, including Obligations and Contracts and Civil Law.
Obligations
- Civil Obligations: Enforceable in courts with juridical ties and sanctions, e.g., obligations to pay debts.
- Natural Obligations: Arise from moral grounds, have no juridical ties, and cannot be enforced by law.
- Moral Obligations: Based on good conscience and ethics, such as the duty to vote or support family members.
- Mixed Obligations: Combine elements of civil and natural obligations.
Sources of Law
- Constitution as the supreme authority.
- Legislation enacted by legislative bodies.
- Administrative Orders from executive authorities.
- Jurisprudence or decisions made by courts.
- Customs reflecting societal norms.
Elements of Obligation
- Involves a legal right of the creditor, a corresponding obligation of the debtor, and an act/omission by the debtor.
Rights and Duties in Obligations
- Creditors have the right to receive proper delivery, and debtors must fulfill obligations with due diligence, defined as the care typical of a reasonable person.
- Obligations can be to give (transfer of ownership) or to do (perform a specific action).
Fruits of an Obligation
- Different types of fruits include:
- Natural Fruits: Produced spontaneously from land (e.g., crops).
- Industrial Fruits: Result from agricultural or industrial effort.
- Civil Fruits: Derived from legal relations (e.g., rent).
Accessions vs. Accessories
- Accessions: Include improvements on a principal thing, all gains from property improvements.
- Accessories: Items that enhance or preserve the principal thing (e.g., tools or decorations).
Types of Obligations to Do
- Debtor must execute obligations and may face consequences for failure to perform.
- Creditors have rights to seek damages in case of breach, and can request specific actions from the debtor.
Legal Standards and Exceptions
- Legal standards for care are established by law, parties may not agree to eliminate standards of care.
- Care can vary between ordinary, slight, and extraordinary, with significant legal implications for negligence.
Legal Terminology
- Avulsion: Sudden separation of land due to natural events, maintaining ownership with the original owner.
- Aluvium: Gradual deposit of materials (like sediment) shifting land ownership to the recipient of the soil.
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This quiz covers the essential concepts of Adjective Law including its definition, the duty to obey, and the implications of positive commands. It also explores the procedural aspects related to the enforcement of rights and redress of violations. Test your understanding of legal obligations and procedures.
