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Which title covers wrongful acts, also known as torts, within the obligations book of the civil and commercial code?
Which title covers wrongful acts, also known as torts, within the obligations book of the civil and commercial code?
- Title 4 Undue Enrichment
- Title 5 Wrongful Acts (correct)
- Title 2 Contracts
- Title 3 Management without Mandate
How many titles are contained in Book 3 Specific Contracts of the civil and commercial code?
How many titles are contained in Book 3 Specific Contracts of the civil and commercial code?
- 22
- 19
- 21 (correct)
- 23
Which section range governs the title of 'Mortgages' in Book 3 Specific Contracts?
Which section range governs the title of 'Mortgages' in Book 3 Specific Contracts?
- Sections 587 - 607
- Sections 900 - 1000
- Sections 640 - 656
- Sections 702 - 746 (correct)
The title concerning 'Insurance' falls under which section range?
The title concerning 'Insurance' falls under which section range?
Which title in Book 3 Specific Contracts addresses the legal aspects of 'Partnership and Company'?
Which title in Book 3 Specific Contracts addresses the legal aspects of 'Partnership and Company'?
Which of the following titles does not fall under Book 2 Obligations?
Which of the following titles does not fall under Book 2 Obligations?
In Book 3 Specific Contracts, which title deals with the topic of 'Agency'?
In Book 3 Specific Contracts, which title deals with the topic of 'Agency'?
Which title covers the 'Gift (or Giving)' within Book 3 Specific Contracts?
Which title covers the 'Gift (or Giving)' within Book 3 Specific Contracts?
What must a person do if they obtain something without legal grounds, according to the principle of undue enrichment?
What must a person do if they obtain something without legal grounds, according to the principle of undue enrichment?
In which scenario is a person who received property in good faith responsible for its condition?
In which scenario is a person who received property in good faith responsible for its condition?
What is the liability of an employer regarding the wrongful acts of an employee?
What is the liability of an employer regarding the wrongful acts of an employee?
What is the consequence for a person in bad faith who received property and it later gets damaged?
What is the consequence for a person in bad faith who received property and it later gets damaged?
What must an employer show to avoid liability for damage done by a contractor?
What must an employer show to avoid liability for damage done by a contractor?
What is defined as a wrongful act under the Civil and Commercial Code?
What is defined as a wrongful act under the Civil and Commercial Code?
What type of liability is established if an employee commits a wrongful act during their employment?
What type of liability is established if an employee commits a wrongful act during their employment?
Which is true regarding the acknowledgment of debt as an act of performance?
Which is true regarding the acknowledgment of debt as an act of performance?
Which section of the Civil and Commercial Code deals specifically with General Provisions?
Which section of the Civil and Commercial Code deals specifically with General Provisions?
What is the primary focus of Book 2 in the Civil and Commercial Code?
What is the primary focus of Book 2 in the Civil and Commercial Code?
In which title would you find information on Juristic Acts within the General Principles?
In which title would you find information on Juristic Acts within the General Principles?
What is the section range for the Family Book in the Civil and Commercial Code?
What is the section range for the Family Book in the Civil and Commercial Code?
Which part of the Civil and Commercial Code addresses the concept of Prescription?
Which part of the Civil and Commercial Code addresses the concept of Prescription?
What subject matter would Sections 15 - 136 most likely cover in the Civil and Commercial Code?
What subject matter would Sections 15 - 136 most likely cover in the Civil and Commercial Code?
Which title is focused on the concept of 'Period of Time' in the General Principles?
Which title is focused on the concept of 'Period of Time' in the General Principles?
How many specific books are contained within the Civil and Commercial Code?
How many specific books are contained within the Civil and Commercial Code?
Which Title of Book 4 covers Usufructs?
Which Title of Book 4 covers Usufructs?
What is the section range for the Title on Maintenance in Book 5?
What is the section range for the Title on Maintenance in Book 5?
Which of the following is NOT a Title within Book 6?
Which of the following is NOT a Title within Book 6?
In the structure of the Civil and Commercial Code, which section covers the Administration and Distribution of the Succession?
In the structure of the Civil and Commercial Code, which section covers the Administration and Distribution of the Succession?
What is covered under Title 2 of Book 5?
What is covered under Title 2 of Book 5?
Which of the following is a source of civil and commercial law mentioned?
Which of the following is a source of civil and commercial law mentioned?
Which Title corresponds to Charges on Immovable Property in Book 4?
Which Title corresponds to Charges on Immovable Property in Book 4?
Which Title in Book 6 discusses General Provisions?
Which Title in Book 6 discusses General Provisions?
Which of the following constitutes Sin Suan Tua?
Which of the following constitutes Sin Suan Tua?
What does Khongman Sin Somros consist of?
What does Khongman Sin Somros consist of?
Under what condition can a child use the family name of the mother?
Under what condition can a child use the family name of the mother?
What is the obligation of parents towards their children during their minority?
What is the obligation of parents towards their children during their minority?
When can an heir lose their right to succession?
When can an heir lose their right to succession?
Which statement regarding the liability of heirs is true?
Which statement regarding the liability of heirs is true?
What is a key responsibility of children towards their parents?
What is a key responsibility of children towards their parents?
Which type of property is specifically categorized under Sin Somros?
Which type of property is specifically categorized under Sin Somros?
Study Notes
Structure of the Civil and Commercial Code
- Book 1: General Principles (Sections 1 - 193)
- Includes introductory provisions, general provisions, persons, things, juristic acts, period of time, and prescription.
- Book 2: Obligations (Sections 194 - 452)
- Covers general provisions, contracts, management without mandate, undue enrichment, and wrongful acts.
- Book 3: Specific Contracts (Sections 453 - 1297)
- Contains topics such as sale, exchange, gift, rental agreements, hire purchase, employment contracts, transport, loans, deposits, suretyship, mortgage, and partnership.
- Book 4: Property (Sections 1298 - 1434)
- Discusses general provisions, ownership, possession, servitude, habitation, superfices, usufructs, and charges on immovable property.
- Book 5: Family (Sections 1435 - 1598)
- Addresses marriage, parent-child relationships, and maintenance obligations.
- Book 6: Succession (Sections 1599 - 1755)
- Includes general provisions, statutory rights of inheritance, last wills, estate administration, vacant estates, and prescription.
General Principles
- Sources of civil and commercial law consist of written laws, local customs, applicable written law, and general principles of law.
Obligations: Undue Enrichment (Sections 406 - 419)
- Any person unjustly enriched must return the benefit, regardless of the legal grounds.
- Good faith receivers of non-monetary property bear no responsibility for damages; however, they must return any subsequent gains.
- Bad faith receivers are liable for any losses, even if caused by force majeure, unless they can prove the loss would happen regardless.
Obligations: Wrongful Acts/Tort (Sections 420 - 452)
- Engaging in wrongful acts causing harm to others mandates compensation responsibilities.
- Employers share liability for employees’ wrongful acts performed during employment.
- Employers are generally not liable for contractors' actions unless at fault regarding instructions or contractor selection.
Family and Succession: Engagement/Marriage (Sections 1435 - 1535)
- Two categories of property:
- Sin Suan Tua: property owned before marriage, personal use items, and property received through gifts or wills.
- Sin Somros: property acquired during marriage and specified fruits of Sin Suan Tua.
Family and Succession: Parent and Child (Sections 1536 - 1598)
- Children have the right to the father's family name; if unknown, they can use the mother's name.
- Legal action cannot involve ascendants unless initiated by a public prosecutor or close relatives.
- Children must maintain parents, while parents must support their children, providing education during their minority.
Family and Succession: Succession (Sections 1599 - 1755)
- Upon death, an estate devolves to the heirs; an heir loses rights only under certain legal provisions.
- Heirs are not liable beyond the value of the inherited property.
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Test your knowledge of the structure of the Civil and Commercial Code, specifically focusing on Book 2 concerning Obligations. This quiz covers General Provisions, Contracts, Management without Mandate, Undue Enrichment, and Wrongful Acts sections. Challenge yourself with questions related to these critical legal concepts and improve your understanding of civil law.
